In 2023, Denmark led European chocolate crumb production from whole milk with 290.5 thousand metric tons, increasing by 15.07% year-on-year. Italy, at 265.31 thousand metric tons, saw a slight decrease of 0.45%. Lithuania, although small in scale, experienced a 1.41% increase. Norway showed a growth of 3.61%. The Czech Republic faced a significant decline of 20.49%. Notably, Serbia's production rose by 52.14%. Belgium and the United Kingdom saw declines, with Belgium decreasing by 13.61% and the UK remaining negative.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in production capabilities as countries respond to fluctuating milk supplies, consumer demand, and sustainability practices. Further consolidation and technological advancements could drive efficiency and output in top-producing countries like Denmark and Italy.
Top countries in Chocolate Crumb Production from Whole Milk by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 290.5 | 2023 | +12.38% | +15.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 265.31 | 2023 | +7.4% | -0.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 34.28 | 2023 | +4.9% | +1.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 20.3 | 2023 | -4.69% | +3.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 17.33 | 2022 | +212.25% | +29.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 14.41 | 2023 | +944.2% | -20.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 6.44 | 2023 | +35.86% | +52.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 5.97 | 2022 | -0.13% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2.83 | 2023 | +2.17% | -13.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 0.02 | 2022 | -30.12% | View data |
