In 2023, Germany led European milk and cream production with low-fat content, reaching 414.41 million euros, an 8.1% year-on-year rise. The UK followed but saw a decrease of 1.52%. France, Denmark, and Poland experienced growth, with Poland's production surging by 13.35%. Spain marked a notable 21.82% growth. Meanwhile, Italy and Hungary faced declines of 16.69% and 8.55%, respectively. Latvia and Slovakia also saw decreasing trends, with Slovakia experiencing the highest drop of 20.18%. Estonia's production remained stable.
Looking ahead, continued demand for healthier, lower-fat dairy options is likely to drive market growth. Emerging markets in Eastern Europe may see increased production efforts, focusing on enhancing distribution networks and capitalizing on growing health trends. Additionally, evolving consumer preferences toward sustainable and locally sourced products could influence production strategies across Europe.
Top countries in Sold Production of Milk and Cream with a Fat Content Not Exceeding 1% in Immediate Packings of a Net Content Exceeding 2 l by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 414,410,000 | 2023 | +3.19% | +8.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 164,320,000 | 2023 | -2.3% | -1.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 117,270,000 | 2023 | +0.77% | +4.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 42,865,000 | 2023 | +4.23% | +1.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 34,195,000 | 2023 | +2.3% | +13.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 22,225,000 | 2023 | +20.08% | +21.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 17,958,000 | 2023 | +9.04% | +2.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 17,705,000 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 13,614,000 | 2023 | +0.31% | +0.087% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 12,183,000 | 2023 | -9.6% | -16.69% | View data |
