In 2023, Germany led European processed cheese production with a significant share, showing a yearly growth of 2.57%. France and Spain experienced slight declines, while Poland and Denmark saw notable year-on-year increases of 3.2% and 5.39% respectively. Italy and Austria maintained modest growth. Remarkably, Belgium's production dropped sharply by 15.4%. Smaller producers like Serbia and Greece saw impressive growth rates of 8.27% and 13.7%, suggesting potential for future expansion.
Looking ahead, Germany is expected to maintain its leading position. Continued investments in technology and sustainability could drive growth, particularly for small markets like Serbia and Greece. Monitoring economic and trade policies will be crucial for projections.
Top countries in Processed Cheese Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 33.09 | 2023 | +0.98% | +2.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 20.16 | 2023 | +0.61% | -0.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 11.15 | 2023 | -5.92% | -0.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.5 | 2023 | -2.89% | +1.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.24 | 2023 | +0.63% | +3.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 6.77 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2.61 | 2023 | -2.29% | -15.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 2.08 | 2023 | +2% | -0.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 1.75 | 2023 | -14.2% | +5.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.71 | 2023 | -8.31% | +2.31% | View data |
