Belgium's medium soft cheese production experienced significant variations over the past decade. In 2013, production stood at 25.48 thousand metric tons, followed by a decline to 22.59 thousand metric tons in 2014 (-11.34%). A further decline was observed in 2015 (-3.72%), followed by a rebound in 2016 (+9.15%) and 2017 (+9.22%). 2018 saw a moderate increase (+2.74%), with relatively stable growth in 2019 (+0.53%). There was a slight dip in 2020 (-3.29%), a recovery in 2021 (+2.59%), and a sharp decline again in 2022 (-18.82%). Production in 2023 marked a recovery at 23.61 thousand metric tons (+9.46%).
Future trends to watch for:
- An overall forecasted growth in production from 2024 to 2028 with an estimated CAGR of 2.82%, reflecting a 14.91% total growth over the five-year period.
- Potential market volatility and external factors influencing production levels.
- Technological advancements and shifts in consumer preferences impacting cheese manufacturing processes.
