The forecasted data for 2024 show the United Kingdom leading European buttermilk production with 130.32 thousand metric tons. Germany and Poland follow closely, with Germany showing a decline of 4.24% compared to Poland's growth of 5.17% in 2023. Other notable countries include Italy with minimal decline, Ireland with a significant increase, and Denmark with a notable decrease. Switzerland and Lithuania have the lowest production volumes with declines in the past year. The data reflects fluctuating buttermilk production across Europe, indicating diverse trends influenced by local market dynamics and dairy industry developments.
Future trends to watch include increased production efficiency in Ireland and potential recovery in countries with recent declines such as Germany and Denmark. Sustainability and organic production methods might also influence growth in this sector, especially in markets with consumer demand for environmentally-friendly products. Monitoring these trends can provide insight into shifts in market leadership and strategic opportunities for growth in the European buttermilk industry.
Top countries in Buttermilk Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 130.32 | 2023 | +1.69% | +4.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 93.45 | 2023 | +1.21% | -4.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 93 | 2023 | +2.65% | +5.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 82.01 | 2023 | +2.68% | -0.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 59.87 | 2023 | +1.65% | -5.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 23.32 | 2023 | -0.34% | +24.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 22.07 | 2023 | -5.88% | +3.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 9.6 | 2023 | -4% | -5.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 6.18 | 2023 | 0% | -5.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 2.37 | 2022 | -90.73% | View data |
