Cheese production in Türkiye has shown a significant year-on-year fluctuation over the past decade. From 2013 to 2018, production consistently increased, peaking in 2018. However, there were noticeable declines in 2019, 2021, and 2022, leading to a mixed growth trend. The production value stood at 748.66 thousand metric tons in 2023, reflecting a 4.91% increase from the previous year. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years was slightly negative at -0.12%, indicating stagnation.

Future trends to watch for include:

Stabilized growth from 2024 onwards with a modest 5-year CAGR forecast of 0.23%.
Potential impacts of agricultural policies and climate change on dairy production.
Fluctuations in consumer demand both domestically and internationally.