Key Market Indicators
Costa Rican butter consumption is on the rise, reaching an estimated 8.4 thousand metric tons by 2026. This year, it stands at 8 thousand metric tons, with a growth rate of 0.7% year-on-year. Since 2017, demand has remained stable and the country is ranked 65th in the world. Panama is ranked higher with 8 thousand metric tons, while Germany, France and Russia come in 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively. Meanwhile, Costa Rican butter production is expected to reach 9,710 metric tons by 2026, up from 8,920 metric tons in 2021. This represents a 1.4% year-on-year growth rate. Since 1966, supply has increased by 1.8% year-on-year, placing the country 49th in the world. Tunisia is ranked higher with 8,920 metric tons, while New Zealand, Germany and France take the 2nd, 3rd and 4th spots in the ranking.
