In 2023, Germany led European cheese production from whole milk with 20.98 thousand metric tons, experiencing a robust 5.45% increase. France and Italy, both significant producers, saw slight contractions at -0.011% and -1.41% respectively, while the Netherlands and Poland had positive growths of 2.29% and 2.43%. Notably, the Czech Republic led in growth percentage at 6.95%, and Cyprus reflected a significant jump of 10.14%. Conversely, Romania and Serbia experienced notable declines of -5.94% and -8.26%, highlighting a regional disparity in production trends.
Future trends to watch in the European cheese production sector include potential growth opportunities in smaller markets like Cyprus and the Czech Republic, and challenges facing countries with declining outputs such as Serbia and Romania. Innovations in dairy technology and changing consumer preferences towards artisanal and regional cheeses may further shape production dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Cheese Production from Whole Milk Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.98 | 2023 | +3.13% | +5.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14.78 | 2023 | +0.54% | -0.011% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 14.1 | 2023 | +4.12% | -1.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 9.78 | 2023 | +5.31% | +2.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7 | 2023 | +3.9% | +2.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.95 | 2023 | +1.16% | +3.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4.78 | 2023 | -0.36% | -0.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 4.18 | 2023 | +8.29% | +3.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 3.76 | 2023 | +1.79% | -0.086% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2 | 2023 | +2.89% | +3.6% | View data |
