In 2023, France led the European dairy employment market with 20.67% of the workforce, followed by Germany at 11.03%, with Italy, Poland, and Spain trailing. While most countries show stable or modest growth, notable shifts include Croatia's remarkable 22.52% surge and modest increases in Switzerland, Netherlands, and Ireland. Conversely, Hungary faced a significant downturn of 3.31%. Over the past five years, Europe has generally maintained a steady employment trend within the dairy sector, with minor individual country fluctuations indicating localized market dynamics.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts from technological advancements in dairy production, shifts in consumer demand towards plant-based alternatives, and regulatory changes affecting the dairy sector across Europe. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for anticipating employment trends in the regional dairy industry.
Top countries in Dairy Products Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 20.67 | 2023 | +3.74% | +2.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 11.03 | 2023 | +1.85% | +1.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.71 | 2023 | +0.44% | -0.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 8.06 | 2023 | -2.61% | -1.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 6.24 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 6.23 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.68 | 2023 | +5.92% | +2.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 3.33 | 2023 | +2.27% | +2.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 2.81 | 2023 | +17.24% | +22.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2.7 | 2023 | +0.36% | +1.18% | View data |
