Germany leads European milk production with a value of 13.16 billion Euros in 2024, showing a 3.06% growth compared to 2023. France follows with 10.71 billion Euros and a 2.8% rise. Poland and Italy are growing rapidly, with significant increases of 11.56% and 6.84%, respectively. Ireland saw the highest growth at 16.98%, while the UK experienced a slight decline of 0.86%. Smaller producers like Cyprus and Luxembourg marked positive trends, whereas Bulgaria showed a notable drop of 8.39%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) varies, indicating steady expansion in most major markets.
Future trends to watch in European milk production include technological advancements in dairy farming, shifts in consumer preferences towards organic and local products, and potential impacts of changing regulations within the EU. Additionally, sustainability practices and climate change resilience will be crucial factors influencing production and market dynamics in the coming years.
Top countries in Milk Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 13,160 | 2023 | -21.67% | +3.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10,710 | 2023 | -5.26% | +2.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 7,040 | 2023 | +2.92% | +11.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 6,800 | 2023 | +0.86% | +6.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6,050 | 2023 | -21.62% | +3.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 5,560 | 2023 | +11.1% | +16.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4,810 | 2023 | +0.49% | -0.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4,210 | 2023 | -2.52% | +6.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 2,880 | 2023 | -11.73% | +6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 2,800 | 2023 | +0.033% | +5.65% | View data |
