Medium soft cheese production in Sweden stood at 0.89 thousand metric tons in 2023. From 2013 to 2023, production showed significant fluctuations; notable declines were seen in 2014 and 2017, with -15.79% and -15.69% year-on-year variations, respectively. Between 2018 and 2021, production levels settled consistently at 0.86 thousand metric tons. Notably, there was a slight increase in 2022 by 2.33% and in 2023 by 1.14%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 0.69%.
Looking ahead, forecasts from 2024 onwards indicate a gradual increase in production. Projected growth rates suggest a 4.4% rise by 2028, with an annual average growth rate of 0.86%. Future trends to watch for include potential market shifts towards more artisanal and locally sourced cheeses, as well as consumer preferences for dairy alternatives which may impact traditional cheese production volumes.
