In 2023, Greece led the European skimmed milk imports production share at 46.52 thousand metric tons, followed by Germany with 20.59 thousand metric tons. The Netherlands and United Kingdom followed, with 10.98 and 8.67 thousand metric tons, respectively. Year-on-year variation highlighted significant increases in Romania (23.99%) and Latvia (41.64%), while countries like Belgium and Slovenia faced decreases of 17.02% and 100%, respectively. Over the last five years, the average annual growth (CAGR) suggests persistent variability in the milk imports market.
Future trends to watch include increased import activity in countries experiencing growth, such as Romania and Latvia, while attempts to stabilize or enhance production levels in decreasing markets like Slovenia and Belgium will be crucial for achieving a balanced European milk market. Emerging sustainability practices and changing consumer preferences could also influence this sector considerably.
Top countries in Skimmed Milk Imports Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 46.52 | 2023 | +3.66% | +3.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 20.59 | 2023 | -2.03% | +10.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 10.98 | 2023 | +69.1% | -10.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.67 | 2023 | +1.08% | +0.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 3.64 | 2023 | +4.04% | -17.02% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 2.09 | 2022 | -29.65% | -44.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1.75 | 2023 | +10.86% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 1.29 | 2021 | +5.13% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 1.02 | 2023 | +0.93% | -3.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.49 | 2023 | -59.66% | +23.99% | View data |
