In 2023, the Netherlands led the European import market for curdled milk, cream, yogurt, and other fermented products, with the United Kingdom close behind. Germany and Italy showed significant year-on-year growth, with Germany at 6.26% and Italy at 5.31%. France experienced a notable increase of 10.36%, reflecting strong demand. Conversely, Spain's imports contracted by 6.03%. Bulgaria and Lithuania exhibited robust growth rates of 11.05% and 10.79% respectively, while Greece faced a notable decline of 8.59%. Estonia marked the most dramatic increase with 27.77%.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in imports by countries experiencing domestic dairy shortages or changes in consumer preferences towards fermented products. Furthermore, economic factors such as inflation and trade policies may impact import volumes. Sustainability and health trends could also influence demand, as consumers prioritize nutritious alternatives. Watch out for technological advancements in transportation and storage that could positively affect the supply chain dynamics of these dairy imports in Europe.
Top countries in Import of Curdled Milk, Cream, Yogurt and Other Fermented Products by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 87,377,000 | 2023 | +2.67% | +0.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 87,337,000 | 2023 | -0.72% | -1.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 65,739,000 | 2023 | +2.28% | +5.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 65,065,000 | 2023 | +3.77% | +6.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 52,284,000 | 2023 | +2.28% | -6.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 48,803,000 | 2023 | -0.34% | -3.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 46,880,000 | 2023 | +6.52% | +0.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 44,963,000 | 2023 | +4.11% | +10.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 42,611,000 | 2023 | +8.38% | +4.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 40,304,000 | 2023 | +1.87% | +1.24% | View data |
