In 2023, France's block and powder whey production reached 442.95 thousand metric tons. The forecast for 2024 indicates a decrease to 428.72 thousand metric tons, marking a downward trend expected to continue through 2028 with levels reaching 376.3 thousand metric tons. This represents a year-on-year decrease of about 3.25% on average from 2024 to 2025, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately -3.12% from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of global dietary trends and shifts towards plant-based alternatives.
- Changes in feedstock prices and availability, affecting production costs.
- EU policies on dairy production and sustainability initiatives.
