The production of partly skimmed milk in France has experienced a consistent decline since 2013. By 2023, production had fallen to 2.34 million metric tons, reflecting an ongoing downward trend. The last two years saw a notable decrease of 7.79% in 2022 and a more modest drop of 1.81% in 2023. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was -2.94%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Continued production decline, with forecasts up to 2028 estimating a 2.79% annual decrease.
- Market shifts driven by changing consumer preferences towards plant-based alternatives.
- Potential industry adaptations, including innovation in dairy production processes to counter declining trends.
