In 2024, Germany leads European whey exports with 535.7 million kilograms, supported by a 4.8% growth in 2023. The Netherlands also saw a significant increase of 7.52%. Meanwhile, France and Italy were among the few that experienced declines, with France losing 0.3% and Italy 3.76%. Ireland's exports increased by 12.37%, indicating robust growth, while Greece posted notable growth of 34.23%. In contrast, Luxembourg and Slovakia suffered declines of 15.43% and 5.11%, respectively.
Future trends to watch include the strengthening of emerging markets within Europe, such as Greece and Ireland, which have shown considerable growth recently. Additionally, sustainability and trade regulations will increasingly influence the European whey export landscape. Monitoring shifts in global demand and supply chains will be crucial as these countries adapt to changing market dynamics.
Top countries in Export of Whey by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 535,700,000 | 2023 | +1.35% | +4.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 314,310,000 | 2023 | +1.27% | -3.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 313,870,000 | 2023 | -0.54% | -0.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 298,270,000 | 2023 | +1.91% | +7.52% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 208,780,000 | 2023 | +1.44% | +1.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 161,560,000 | 2023 | +2.13% | -2.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 158,170,000 | 2023 | +8.61% | +12.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 126,090,000 | 2023 | +2.9% | +3.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 82,107,000 | 2023 | +5.45% | +4.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 70,577,000 | 2023 | +1.87% | +8.93% | View data |
