The forecasted data for the processed cheese market in the UK shows a slight decline in volume per capita from 0.83 kilograms in 2024 and 2025 to 0.82 kilograms in 2026 and further down to 0.81 kilograms in both 2027 and 2028. Compared to the previous actual values, there is a consistent decrease. From 2024 to 2026, the year-on-year variations are marginal, dropping by approximately 1.2% annually in the last three years leading up to 2026. Over a five-year period, the compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual decrease of around 0.6%.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in consumer preferences towards natural and artisanal cheese products, which might further impact the processed cheese market. Additionally, health trends and increasing demand for organic and less processed foods could also contribute to the forecasted decline in processed cheese consumption per capita.