In 2023, Germany dominated the European milk-based drinks market from whole milk with a production of 250.91 thousand metric tons, showcasing a 4.28% increase year-on-year. Spain experienced an 8.81% decrease, while Austria grew by 7.2%. Portugal saw the largest decline at 18.75%, contrasting with Bulgaria's 9.6% rise. France, Italy, and Norway registered positive growths, whereas Denmark, Croatia, and Sweden faced reductions. Austria and Bulgaria led growth rates, indicating potential expanding markets.
Future trends to watch include Germany and Austria's solid growth, indicating potential leadership in the market. Portugal and Denmark's declines hint at potential market challenges or shifts in consumer preferences. Focus will likely be on efficiency improvements and innovative milk-based product developments in emerging and stable markets like Bulgaria and Norway. Investment and policy changes will significantly impact future production dynamics.
Top countries in Milk Based Drinks Production from Whole Milk by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 250.91 | 2023 | +1.3% | +4.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 85.42 | 2023 | +2.94% | -8.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 70.05 | 2023 | +1.26% | -0.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 46.34 | 2023 | +3.65% | +7.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 29.1 | 2023 | -25.31% | -0.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 18.3 | 2023 | +0.66% | -18.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 14.69 | 2023 | +10.2% | -2.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 14.1 | 2023 | 0% | -11.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 13.79 | 2023 | -0.072% | +2.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 12.4 | 2023 | +4.2% | +4.61% | View data |