The European buttermilk production from whole milk varied significantly by country in 2023. Italy led the production at 16.63 thousand metric tons, slightly declining by 0.89% from the previous year. The United Kingdom and Belgium both experienced notable growth, with increases of 7.87% and 7.75% respectively. Conversely, the Netherlands saw a substantial decrease of 21.78%. Denmark and the Czech Republic also faced declines, with the former dropping 4.36% and the latter 1.81%. Poland remained stable, while Spain had a smaller share of production at 0.73 thousand metric tons.
Future trends to watch:
- The impact of technological advancements and sustainability initiatives on production efficiency.
- Potential market shifts due to changes in consumer preferences or trade policies.
- Emergence of new players in the market challenging traditional producers.
Top countries in Buttermilk Production from Whole Milk by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 16.63 | 2023 | +2.78% | -0.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 3.9 | 2023 | +7.14% | +7.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 2.76 | 2023 | -2.47% | +7.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 2.05 | 2023 | +9.63% | -21.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 1.6 | 2023 | +6.67% | -4.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 1.52 | 2023 | -3.8% | -1.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1.36 | 2023 | +49.45% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 0.73 | 2022 | -66.67% | View data |
