In 2023, Germany led European traditional butter production at 7.46 million metric tons, despite experiencing a slight decline. Ireland and Poland showed strong growth, rising by 6.32% and 9.64% respectively. Notable increases were also seen in Denmark, Latvia, and Greece. Contrarily, Italy, Spain, and Austria faced declines. The sharpest decrease was in Romania, and Montenegro's production ceased entirely. Overall, some countries displayed resilience with positive growth, offset by others experiencing contraction.
Future trends to watch include the continued expansion in Eastern Europe, the impact of sustainable farming practices, and changing consumer preferences towards plant-based alternatives, potentially affecting traditional butter production.
Top countries in Traditional Butter Production from Whole Milk by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 7,460 | 2023 | -1.8% | -2.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 5,990 | 2023 | +20.5% | +6.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 4,690 | 2023 | +2.79% | +9.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 1,730 | 2023 | -1.82% | -2.52% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 1,670 | 2023 | +6.49% | +7.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 776.81 | 2023 | +10.97% | -3.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 711.5 | 2023 | +0.72% | +0.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 649.86 | 2023 | +1.93% | -0.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 468.18 | 2022 | +0.47% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 288.64 | 2023 | -2.74% | -0.28% | View data |
