The production of ewe milk cheese in Italy stood at 72.5 thousand metric tons in 2023. From 2024 onwards, the forecasted production values indicate a year-on-year decline: 70.86 in 2024, 69.32 in 2025, 67.78 in 2026, 66.25 in 2027, and 64.73 in 2028. This reflects a steady decrease in output over the five-year period.
The average year-on-year decrease in ewe milk cheese production from 2023 to 2025 is approximately 1.3%, while the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five years from 2024 to 2028 is -1.8%, indicating a gradual reduction in volume each year.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative dairy products, changes in sheep farming practices, and broader economic factors that may impact both production costs and demand for ewe milk cheese.
