In 2023, Germany led in European milk-based drinks production with 44.26 thousand metric tons, experiencing a 4.28% increase. Austria showed a notable growth of 7.2%, while Italy witnessed a significant 12.24% rise. Conversely, Portugal and Spain faced substantial declines of 18.75% and 8.81% respectively. Over five years, some countries showed steady growth, like Bulgaria, or occasional declines, as seen in Sweden and Croatia. The market remains diverse with variable performances across countries.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of sustainability measures on production, evolving consumer preferences towards plant-based alternatives, and economic factors influencing milk supply chains in Europe.
Top countries in Milk Based Drinks Production from Whole Milk Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 44.26 | 2023 | +1.3% | +4.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 15.07 | 2023 | +2.94% | -8.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 12.36 | 2023 | +1.26% | -0.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 8.18 | 2023 | +3.65% | +7.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 5.13 | 2023 | -25.31% | -0.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 3.23 | 2023 | +0.66% | -18.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 2.59 | 2023 | +10.2% | -2.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 2.49 | 2023 | 0% | -11.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 2.43 | 2023 | -0.072% | +2.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 2.19 | 2023 | +4.2% | +4.61% | View data |
