In 2023, the value of cheese distributed in the US stood at 7.29 million metric tons. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase year-on-year, with values rising from 7.38 million metric tons in 2024 to 7.74 million metric tons in 2028. This represents an average annual growth (CAGR) of approximately 1.5%.
-2024: 7.38 million metric tons (+1.23% YoY)
-2025: 7.47 million metric tons (+1.22% YoY)
-2026: 7.56 million metric tons (+1.20% YoY)
-2027: 7.65 million metric tons (+1.19% YoY)
-2028: 7.74 million metric tons (+1.18% YoY)
The trends indicate a consistent year-on-year growth in cheese distribution, driven by increasing consumer demand and expanding culinary applications of cheese across various food segments. Future trends to watch for include the rise of specialty and organic cheeses, technological advancements in cheese production, and potential impacts of regulatory changes on dairy industry practices.
