The 2023 data reveals that Germany and France lead in ice cream and other edible ice production in Europe, with volumes of 636.6 million liters and 527.48 million liters respectively. Italy follows with 399.95 million liters, while the United Kingdom and Spain round out the top five with 344.22 million liters and 334.27 million liters. Noteworthy year-on-year variations include Germany with a 5.21% increase, France with a 3.2% rise, and Italy experiencing a decline of 1.69%. Belgium and Romania also saw decreases of 1.79% and 1.85% respectively.
Smaller producers like Estonia, Bulgaria, and Austria, recorded significant variances, with Bulgaria showing a substantial decrease of 10.17%. Over a five-year period, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) indicates that countries like Germany and Lithuania have enjoyed consistent growth, while others such as Finland and Estonia have faced declines.
Future trends likely to impact European ice cream production include evolving consumer preferences towards healthier and plant-based alternatives, technological advancements in production efficiency, and potential impacts from regulatory changes and economic factors. Monitoring these trends will be critical for industry stakeholders aiming to maintain or grow their market presence.
Top countries in Sold Production of Ice Cream and Other Edible Ice by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Liters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 636,600,000 | 2023 | +1.2% | +5.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 527,480,000 | 2023 | +1.38% | +3.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 399,950,000 | 2023 | +2.31% | -1.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 344,220,000 | 2023 | +1.72% | +0.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 334,270,000 | 2023 | +4.5% | +1.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 241,120,000 | 2023 | +1.07% | +0.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 190,680,000 | 2023 | +1.11% | -1.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 134,760,000 | 2023 | +3.7% | +3.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 83,652,000 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 82,144,000 | 2023 | +2.59% | +0.54% | View data |
