The production of whole cow milk cheese in Italy has seen a fluctuating trend over the past decade. Between 2013 and 2023, production peaked in 2014 before witnessing a significant drop in 2015 and 2016. From 2017 onwards, the production has seen minor year-on-year variations with relatively stable levels around 1 million metric tons. As of 2023, the production stood at approximately 1.0378 million metric tons, representing a slight decline.
The last two years’ variations indicate a minimal decline of 0.16% per year, reflecting a stagnation in growth. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) has been nearly flat, at around -0.17%.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data suggests a very modest declining trend, with a forecast CAGR of -0.13% and an overall forecasted growth rate of -0.66% over the next five years, reaching about 1.0291 million metric tons by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Shifts in consumer preferences toward plant-based alternatives.
- Potential impacts of climate change on milk production and dairy farming in Italy.
- Evolving regulatory standards and trade policies affecting the dairy industry.
