In 2023, Italy dominated the global blue-veined cheese exports with a 29.39% share, followed by Denmark at 21.57% and France at 19.24%. Germany and the UK complete the top five with 15.85% and 2.32%, respectively. Notable year-on-year growth was seen in Switzerland (25.42%), Russia (23.29%), and Canada (45.07%). Conversely, Iceland faced a sharp decline of 10.54%. Over the last two years, the CAGR indicates significant shifts, with Italy, Poland, and Ireland seeing notable growth, while countries like Luxembourg and Czech Republic experienced declines.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of evolving consumer preferences for artisanal and organic cheese.
- Potential market expansion in emerging economies like Brazil, driven by increased cheese consumption.
- Brexit implications on UK’s trade agreements affecting cheese export volumes.
- Sustainability practices influencing production and export decisions in key markets.
- Technological advancements in supply chain logistics potentially boosting export efficiency.
Top countries in Export of Blue-Veined Cheese Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 29.39 | 2023 | +1.92% | +1.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 21.57 | 2023 | +0.1% | +0.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 19.24 | 2023 | +2.12% | +1.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 15.85 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.099% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 2.32 | 2023 | +0.43% | -0.47% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 1.63 | 2023 | +2.4% | +2.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1.6 | 2023 | +4.52% | +12.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1.09 | 2023 | +3.75% | +2.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Brazil | 0.81 | 2023 | +5.78% | +5.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belarus | 0.79 | 2023 | +5.72% | +4.82% | View data |
