The European import of milk and cream with a fat content not exceeding 1% predominantly comes from the Netherlands and Belgium, with the Netherlands leading at 82.026 million kilograms, despite a 0.3% decline in 2023. Belgium experienced a significant increase of 28.15%. Italy and the UK follow, with Italy showing growth and the UK declining. Other notable changes include Ireland's surge by 49.81% and Finland's substantial rise at 204.01%, indicating volatile shifts in demand and supply dynamics across Europe. On the other hand, countries like Portugal, Austria, and Denmark saw significant declines.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to changing consumer preferences for low-fat dairy products and the impact of environmental policies on dairy production and distribution. Potential trade barriers and the economic stability of importing countries could also greatly influence these dynamics, along with continued innovations in dairy alternatives potentially affecting demand.
Top countries in Import of Milk and Cream with a Fat Content Not Exceeding 1% in Immediate Packings of a Net Content Not Exceeding 2 l by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 82,026,000 | 2023 | +2.12% | -0.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 76,899,000 | 2023 | +5.93% | +28.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 27,884,000 | 2023 | +5.09% | +7.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 15,583,000 | 2023 | -3.48% | -11.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 13,375,000 | 2023 | -14.18% | -12.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 5,555,400 | 2023 | +27.56% | +49.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 3,682,000 | 2021 | -20.48% | -31.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3,533,300 | 2021 | -48.35% | -24.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Malta | 2,844,300 | 2023 | +3.15% | -2.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2,326,300 | 2023 | -21.67% | -13.87% | View data |
