As of 2023, Ireland dominates European concentrated milk production from skimmed milk and buttermilk with 59.31 thousand metric tons, followed by Germany at 26.87 thousand metric tons. Belgium, Spain, and France hold smaller shares, with 5.15, 3.27, and 1.65 thousand metric tons, respectively. Higher year-on-year increases were observed in the Czech Republic (6.44%) and Norway (15.9%), with Poland experiencing the steepest decline at -35.65%. Over the last five years, production has shown varied trends, but Ireland remains the leader due to its favorable production conditions.
Future trends indicate potential growth in Poland and the Czech Republic, with innovation and eco-friendly production boosts driving expansion. Additionally, countries showing recent declines might invest in technology for improvement, affecting their competitive positions.
Top countries in Concentrated Milk Production from Skimmed Milk and Buttermilk Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ireland | 59.31 | 2023 | +2.22% | +3.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 26.87 | 2023 | -2.03% | -2.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 5.15 | 2023 | +3.91% | -8.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 3.27 | 2023 | -10.41% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 France | 1.65 | 2023 | -3.63% | -3.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 1.37 | 2023 | +0.55% | +6.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 1.02 | 2023 | -7.02% | -1.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 0.7 | 2023 | +21.05% | +15.9% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 0.32 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 0.32 | 2023 | +88.5% | View data |
