In 2023, Germany led European fresh dairy production from whole milk at 18.84 thousand metric tons, despite a 0.96% year-on-year decline. The UK's production grew marginally by 0.024% to 16.19 thousand metric tons. France decreased slightly by 0.32% at 12.07 thousand metric tons. Spain showed strong growth at 5.06% to reach 10.24 thousand metric tons. Poland recorded a 3.21% increase to 7.07 thousand metric tons. Bulgaria saw the largest drop with a 52.35% decline.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in the Polish dairy market driven by modernization and increased demand.
- Potential recovery opportunities in countries experiencing significant declines, like Portugal and Bulgaria, through strategic investments and exports.
- Technological advancements and sustainability practices impacting production efficiency in Western European countries.
- The impact of global economic conditions and trade policies on dairy export and import dynamics across European countries.
Top countries in Fresh Dairy Products Production from Whole Milk Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18.84 | 2023 | -0.84% | -0.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 16.19 | 2023 | +0.3% | +0.024% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.07 | 2023 | +2.76% | -0.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 10.24 | 2023 | +2.27% | +5.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.07 | 2023 | +2.13% | +3.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.82 | 2023 | +4.37% | +0.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 5.16 | 2023 | +1.64% | +1.49% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 2.66 | 2023 | +2.48% | -0.052% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 2.21 | 2023 | +0.75% | +1.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1.88 | 2023 | -1.23% | +0.12% | View data |
