In 2023, Germany led global fresh cheese exports, valued at $1.8766 billion, followed by Italy and Denmark. Notable year-on-year growth was seen in Switzerland (5.32%) and Uruguay (10.26%). Countries like Macedonia and Moldova exhibited extraordinary growth rates of 38.05% and 34.83%, respectively. Despite minor declines in countries such as Ireland and Kyrgyzstan, positive variation was noted in traditional markets, indicating a steady overall upward trend.
Future trends to watch include:
- Expansion in emerging markets, particularly in South American and African countries showing recent growth.
- Impact of global trade policies and economic changes on export dynamics.
- Potential fluctuations due to evolving consumer preferences toward local cheeses in various regions.
Top countries in Export of Fresh Cheese by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,876,600,000 | 2023 | +2.77% | +2.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 1,142,400,000 | 2023 | +3.28% | +3.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 666,120,000 | 2023 | +2.18% | +0.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 627,600,000 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United States | 541,060,000 | 2023 | +3.58% | +4.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 387,500,000 | 2023 | +3.07% | +2.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 373,850,000 | 2023 | +4.5% | +5.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 340,410,000 | 2023 | +3.88% | +4.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 307,820,000 | 2023 | +3.03% | +4.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 290,960,000 | 2023 | +2.65% | +2.34% | View data |