Whole fresh cow milk yield in South Africa showed varied year-on-year changes from 2013 to 2023. By 2023, the yield stood at 35.97 thousand hectograms per animal. The last two years showed slight increases of 0.31% and 0.3%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) hovered around -0.85%, highlighting a relatively stable yet marginally declining performance in yield.
Future projections indicate a gradual improvement in yield with a forecasted CAGR of 0.22% from 2024 to 2028. This is expected to bring an overall growth rate of 1.12% by 2028, indicating modest recovery and stability.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in dairy farming techniques.
- Impact of climate change on agricultural productivity.
- Government policies and support for the dairy sector.
- Market demand shifts and international trade policies.
