The European export landscape for unripened or uncured cheese is led by Estonia, showing significant dominance with a notable export volume increase of 333.12% in 2023, reaching 7.7738 billion kilograms. Italy, Germany, and France follow with respective year-on-year changes of 12.74%, 0.23%, and a decline of 5.07%. The Netherlands showed a strong upward trend with a 53.29% increase in the same period. Other countries like Hungary and Sweden experienced moderate growth, whereas the United Kingdom and Spain faced a complete withdrawal from the market, each with a decrease of 100%.
Looking ahead, sustainability practices in cheese production and the influence of European Union trade agreements will play pivotal roles in shaping future trends in exports. Increased focus on innovative cheese varieties and expanding markets could enhance the export potential of traditionally smaller players while maintaining the competitive edge of established exporters. Monitoring changes in consumer preferences and addressing supply chain challenges will also be critical for sustained growth.
Top countries in Export of Unripened or Uncured Cheese by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Estonia | 7,773,800,000 | 2023 | +63.11% | +333.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 1,687,600,000 | 2023 | +47.52% | +12.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 938,810,000 | 2023 | +0.5% | +0.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 417,860,000 | 2023 | -5.45% | -5.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 372,790,000 | 2023 | +15.61% | +53.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 207,560,000 | 2023 | +2.65% | +2.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 121,980,000 | 2023 | +3.82% | +4.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 41,871,000 | 2023 | +2.01% | +1.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 39,760,000 | 2023 | +4.06% | -0.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 27,832,000 | 2023 | -9.35% | -5.82% | View data |
