In 2023, Sweden’s cow milk cheese production stood at approximately 77.58 thousand metric tons. The forecasted data indicates a steady decline in production over the next five years: 76.09 thousand metric tons in 2024, 74.6 in 2025, 73.12 in 2026, 71.64 in 2027, and 70.17 in 2028.
Year-on-year variations show a decrease of -1.92% from 2024 to 2025, -1.99% from 2025 to 2026, -2.02% from 2026 to 2027, and -2.06% from 2027 to 2028. Over the last two years (2022-2023), the production saw modest shifts, resulting in a more pronounced trend of decline from 2023 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period 2023–2028 is approximately -2%.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on dairy farming, shifts in consumer preferences towards plant-based alternatives, and policy changes affecting dairy production. Additionally, technological advancements in cheese production and sustainability practices could alter future forecasts.
