In 2023, hard cheese production in Switzerland stood at [CURRENT_YEAR_PRODUCTION] thousand metric tons. Forecasted production values from 2024 to 2028 show a gradual decline from 65.82 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 65.68 thousand metric tons in 2028. Year-on-year percentage variations are minimal, suggesting a steady, albeit slight, decrease in production. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the 5-year period indicates a minor average yearly decline.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of global trade policies, shifts in consumer preferences towards plant-based or alternative dairy products, and advancements in cheese production technology. Monitoring these factors could provide insights into further changes in hard cheese production volumes in Switzerland.