In 2023, Poland led European cream production (fat content <30%) with a share of 16.56 thousand metric tons, while Belgium and France followed with 12.11 and 11.16 thousand metric tons respectively. Notable increases were seen in Spain and the UK, with a year-on-year rise of 18.23% and 5.23%. Declines were recorded in France and Germany, decreasing by 2.65% and 2.06%. Latvia and Slovenia saw notable reductions, while Lithuania experienced a substantial increase of 11.46%.
Future trends to watch include Spain's growth momentum and potential recovery in countries with negative trends, such as France and Germany, influenced by shifts in demand and innovation in dairy alternatives.
Top countries in Cream (Fat Content <30%) Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 16.56 | 2023 | +2.17% | +0.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 12.11 | 2023 | +2.55% | +2.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.16 | 2023 | -0.8% | -2.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 10.7 | 2023 | -0.82% | -2.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 7.84 | 2023 | -0.62% | +1.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.7 | 2023 | +0.51% | -0.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 4.36 | 2023 | +0.2% | -0.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4.1 | 2023 | -6.96% | +18.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.7 | 2023 | +2.18% | +5.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 3.17 | 2023 | +4.18% | +2.99% | View data |
