In 2023, the United States led global production of butter and ghee, followed by Germany and New Zealand. Year-on-year analysis revealed diversity in growth rates. The United States showed moderate growth, while Germany and Ireland displayed greater increases. New Zealand, in contrast, experienced a significant decline. France and Russia showed positive gains. India and Ireland were notable for substantial growth rates, reflecting increasing internal demand and export potential.
Future trends to watch include the impact of consumer health trends on butter and ghee demand, increasing competition from plant-based fats, and the influence of economic growth in emerging markets. Monitoring environmental factors influencing dairy farming will also be critical for prediction.
Top countries in Butter and Ghee Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 905 | 2023 | +0.44% | +0.022% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 485 | 2023 | +0.41% | +0.041% | View data |
| 3 | 3 New Zealand | 475 | 2023 | -1.04% | -1.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 358 | 2023 | +0.56% | +0.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Russia | 263 | 2023 | +0.38% | +0.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 261 | 2023 | +2.35% | +1.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 India | 209 | 2023 | +1.95% | +1.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 178 | 2023 | +0.56% | +0.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iran | 169 | 2023 | -1.17% | -1.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | 158 | 2023 |
