Based on actual data from 2023, France leads European milk production with 25.84 million metric tons, followed by the Netherlands (17.15) and the United Kingdom (15.85). Notable year-on-year variations include Ireland's 2.63% increase, the highest among the major producers, while Romania declined by 3.11%. Over the last five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) highlights Ireland as the fastest-growing market, contrasting with negative trends in Finland and Bulgaria.
For future trends, watch for continued growth in Ireland potentially overtaking some of the larger markets. Additionally, Eastern European countries, despite current smaller volumes, may become significant players due to modernization and investment in dairy infrastructure.
Top countries in Milk Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 25,840 | 2023 | +0.2% | +0.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 17,150 | 2023 | +1.28% | +1.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 15,850 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 13,420 | 2023 | +1.04% | +0.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 13,210 | 2023 | +0.69% | +0.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 8,910 | 2023 | +2.57% | +2.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 8,390 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 5,920 | 2023 | +1.06% | +1.05% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3,760 | 2023 | +1.21% | +1.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 3,440 | 2023 | +0.099% | +0.097% | View data |
