The 2023 data show the United Kingdom leads in European milk production, contributing 21.59% to the total, followed by Germany at 13.74%. Spain has shown minor growth, while France and Italy slightly declined. Notable year-on-year growth includes Poland and Romania, reflecting potential market expansion. Lithuania, Latvia, and Cyprus have underperformed, experiencing the largest decreases. Over the past half-decade, the overall trend varied, with countries like Poland and Czech Republic seeing consistent production increases, whereas others like France and Lithuania witnessed declining trends.
Future trends to watch include the impact of sustainability measures in the agricultural sector, technological advancements in dairy farming, and evolving dietary patterns across Europe, potentially affecting milk demand. Countries like Poland could emerge as key players due to recent growth trends and agricultural investments.
Top countries in Drinking Milk Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 21.59 | 2023 | -0.46% | -1.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 13.74 | 2023 | -2.22% | -1.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 11.26 | 2023 | +0.044% | +0.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9.28 | 2023 | -1.82% | -3.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.34 | 2023 | -0.26% | +0.087% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.77 | 2023 | +1.8% | +2.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.52 | 2023 | -0.7% | -1.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.27 | 2023 | -1.53% | -2.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 2.25 | 2023 | -0.033% | +2.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.18 | 2023 | -0.71% | -3.07% | View data |
