Winners 2025

AWARD WINNERS IN THE CATEGORY LOCAL PRODUCTS

Zakład Mięsny Mościbrody has been producing top-quality meat products for nearly 30 years, emphasizing locality and tradition. The company collaborates with trusted local suppliers, offering meat from antibiotic-free farming. The products have a simple composition – free from flavor enhancers, artificial aromas, and GMOs. The entire production process takes place in Poland, ensuring full quality control and supporting local agriculture. Quality, Flavor, Tradition, and Polish Meat from Native Breeds are the pillars driving the company’s continued growth. Zakład Mościbrody values quality and time-honored recipes, perfectly blending modernity with the taste of the past – true innovators in products and flavor.

Zakład Przetwórstwa Mięsnego KOŁDRAS is a company with over 30 years of tradition, deeply rooted in the Małopolska region. Through a commitment to quality, local recipes passed down through generations, and an artisanal approach, it has become a symbol of authentic taste and family values.

Cold cuts from the Góralskie Specjały line pay homage to the culinary traditions of our beautiful region – made exclusively from Polish meat, using traditional methods and smoked in the old-fashioned way. Their flavor is not just a mix of aromas but a story of tradition, patience, and craftsmanship. These products combine the best of highland charcuterie heritage.

Julius Meinl, one of the oldest coffee roasters in the world and an icon of Viennese café culture, has been combining craftsmanship, tradition, and innovation since 1862 to create premium-quality blends.

The Modern Retail Awards in the Local Products category recognize the brand’s commitment to developing local partnerships and delivering modern solutions. Julius Meinl is the private label producer for the largest convenience store chain in Poland, which is also building the country's largest "To Go" coffee system. As a result, coffee roasted in Italy reaches millions of consumers daily, supporting the development of coffee culture without compromising quality.

This blend of local presence, global experience, and production flexibility is a model of a modern approach to the local products category.

F'ALKO is a relatively new brand from Francis and Henry, which debuted on the market and achieved significant success in the non-alcoholic wine category. In its first days of sales, it outperformed the market leader twofold. F’ALKO was created by Ola and Michał Żebrowski, who use their humor to promote the idea of celebrating everyday life without alcohol. The brand already offers non-alcoholic rosé and white wines, with new products in development. The entire F'ALKO branding was designed by Ola Jasionowska, a well-known illustrator and graphic designer from Warsaw.

AWARD WINNERS IN THE CATEGORY SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT & ESG

Grupa Śnieżka consistently implements a sustainable development strategy, successfully integrating it with its business model and future growth plans. By continually improving its products' environmental impact, Śnieżka supports conscious consumer choices and contributes to healthier, more eco-friendly living spaces. The Group focuses on product quality and has set an ambitious goal: by 2030, 50% of its sales will come from paints with low environmental and health impact. Śnieżka also sets standards for building a sustainable supply chain and reducing its carbon footprint in operations.

SM-Project – We Create Climate – for people, for partners, for the environment. SM-Project's mission is to deliver high-quality solutions in renewable energy and construction that enhance comfort, savings, and safety for clients while supporting sustainable development.

The organization is guided by principles that:
■ Employees must have space to grow and feel secure.
■ Partners and subcontractors can expect ethical and timely relations.
■ Clients receive real value, not just a product.
■ The environment benefits from every project.

Agrocoop is a modern farm implementing innovative solutions aligned with sustainable development and the circular economy, while ensuring animal welfare. Cows at Agrocoop are fed natural fodder without artificial fertilizers, and the milking process is robotized and conducted in a free-movement system – in line with the cows’ natural rhythms and needs. The milk goes straight from the barn – fresh daily, naturally creamy, without transport or normalization, and only gently heat-treated to preserve its full flavor and nutritional value.

AWARD WINNERS IN THE CATEGORY PRODUCT INNOVATION - FOOD

Sante is a family-owned company founded over 30 years ago, which has grown rapidly year by year to become a giant in the food industry. It is no surprise that their partnerships are so close, fruitful, and effective. None of this would be possible without the exceptional teams of both organizations.

Actiplus Drink This Food is a perfect example of a product created through exemplary collaboration between Biedronka and Bakoma. The idea was developed in workshops where food trends were jointly analyzed. The final product perfectly fits a healthy, balanced diet and can replace a meal while providing essential nutrients.

Awarded for bringing a fresh breeze and bold approach to product creation in the fruit puree category by combining product innovations aligned with current food trends (such as "high protein" and popular Asian flavors like mochi and exotic fruits) with building a completely new product brand – "Pokket", aimed at the young shopper.

AWARD WINNERS IN THE CATEGORY INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY

Grupa Mokate is a family business specializing in the production of coffee and tea. Mokate’s factories are equipped with modern production lines, enabling efficient manufacturing of high-quality products. The company stands out for its dynamic portfolio development, presenting new products and flavor variants each year for both winter and summer seasons. Notable products include flavored hot chocolates, sugar-free cappuccinos, and powdered lemonades.

AWARD WINNERS IN THE CATEGORY TOP EXPORTER

Grupa MLEKOVITA is the leader in dairy exports in Central and Eastern Europe and the largest Polish dairy exporter. This has been achieved through the high quality of its products, the professional business approach of President Dariusz Sapiński, the expansion into new markets, and support for the Polish economy and agriculture by increasing demand for dairy products and expanding exports to over 160 countries worldwide.