France leads in European block and powder whey production in 2024, though it experienced a 4.03% decrease in 2023. Germany and Poland exhibited moderate growth in production, increasing by 3.55% and 3.33% respectively. Denmark showed remarkable growth at 16.86%, while Norway and Sweden posted declines. Belgium ended 2023 with a negative value. Over the past five years, expect gradual increases in output from key producers like Germany and Poland, indicating steady market positions. Meanwhile, France's decreasing trend may pose concerns about maintaining its leading position.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements improving efficiency, shifting consumer preferences toward protein-enriched products, and potential regulatory changes affecting dairy production. Monitoring these factors will be essential to understanding future dynamics in European whey production.
Top countries in Block and Powder Whey Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 443.1 | 2023 | -7.18% | -4.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 375.94 | 2023 | +1.43% | +3.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 335.43 | 2023 | +6.32% | +3.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 276.94 | 2023 | +2% | +3.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 246.27 | 2023 | +1.82% | +1.97% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 175.57 | 2023 | +0.057% | +1.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 85 | 2023 | +1.67% | +16.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 39.89 | 2023 | +3.58% | +8.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 38.17 | 2023 | +30.01% | -3.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 33.71 | 2023 | +0.059% | +2.15% | View data |
