In 2023, Germany led the EU in acidified milk production, closely followed by Turkey and France. Spain, Poland, and the UK exhibited moderate production levels, while Belgium, Italy, and the Netherlands maintained production under 0.3 million metric tons. Austria rounded out the top producers. On a year-on-year basis, Germany, France, and Spain showed moderate growth, while Turkey and Italy saw slight declines. The 5-year CAGR highlighted robust growth for Germany and France, with a notable rise in the Netherlands.
Future trends suggest an increase in demand for functional and fortified dairy beverages, potentially boosting acidified milk production. Sustainability practices may influence production processes, while market diversification can spur growth in underperforming regions.
Top countries in Top Acidified Milk Producing EU Countries
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,950 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Turkey | 1,860 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,520 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 995.16 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 519.5 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 316.7 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 278.89 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 271.34 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 266.5 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 249.18 | 2016 |
