The whole cow milk cheese production in France has shown fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, with the production value in 2023 standing at 1.5069 million metric tons. Notably, a significant decline occurred in 2014, followed by modest variations in subsequent years. Recent years exhibited a slight decreasing trend, with a year-on-year variation of -0.53% in 2022 and -0.52% in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years was -0.54%, indicating a steady but slight downward trend in production.
Looking ahead, forecasted data up to 2028 suggest a continued gradual decline, with the forecasted 5-year CAGR being -0.44% and an overall forecasted 5-year growth rate of -2.17%. Key trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences, evolving dietary trends, and potential regulatory changes impacting the dairy sector, which could all influence future production dynamics.
