The whole fresh goat milk producing population in France stood at 1,105,600 heads in 2023. From 2013 to 2017, there was a slight decline in numbers, whereas a significant rise was observed starting from 2018. Notably, 2018 demonstrated a 21.59% year-on-year increase. This period from 2018 to 2023 displayed a consistent upward trend, culminating in a 1.36% year-on-year growth in 2023.
Looking ahead, the forecasted numbers from 2024 onwards suggest a continued gradual increase. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the next five years is projected at 0.97%, with an overall growth rate of 4.93% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on goat farming, market demand shifts towards sustainable and organic products, and technological advancements in dairy farming that could influence production efficiency and herd sizes.
