In 2023, Germany led EU butter production with 516.1 thousand metric tons, followed by France with 435.12 thousand metric tons. Poland and Ireland produced 203.93 and 198.7 thousand metric tons, respectively. In subsequent places were the Netherlands and the United Kingdom with 153.1 and 147.9 thousand metric tons. Italy, Finland, Denmark, and Turkey had lower outputs.
Year-on-year variations reflect an upward trend in butter production, particularly in Germany and France. Poland and Ireland have shown consistent growth. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates steady production increase across the top producers.
Future trends to watch include increased demand for organic butter, technological advancements in dairy processing, and potential impacts of environmental policies on production levels. Monitoring these factors will be key in assessing the evolving butter market in the EU.
Top countries in Top Butter Producing EU Countries
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 516.1 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 France | 435.12 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 203.93 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 198.7 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 153.1 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 147.9 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 93.1 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 64.18 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 58.3 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 Turkey | 57.7 | 2016 |
