Pea soup

Pea soup is a global staple with deep culinary roots in Europe, particularly in countries like the Netherlands, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. It is traditionally prepared using dried peas, such as the garden pea or yellow split pea, and is often flavored with ham or smoked meats. Today, it is a common product offered by nearly every major soup manufacturer worldwide.

Because it is a basic food item rather than a single proprietary brand, pea soup is produced in various countries depending on the local distributor. Global food giants such as Campbell Soup Company, Kraft Heinz, and Unilever produce and market different versions of pea soup under their respective brands, utilizing local manufacturing plants to serve specific regional markets.

Ownership of specific pea soup products depends on the label; for instance, 'Snert' is highly associated with Dutch Unilever brands, while split pea with ham is a core product for the American-based Campbell's. Manufacturing typically occurs in the country where the product is sold to ensure freshness and reduce logistics costs.