As of 2023, Germany leads the European market for raw cow milk delivered to dairies, followed by France and the United Kingdom. Notably, Italy and Poland have shown positive growth, with year-on-year increases of 1.68% and 1.79%, respectively. Ireland saw the highest growth at 3.73%, while Finland experienced the most significant decline at -1.44%. Cyprus also experienced substantial growth with a 5.36% increase. Conversely, Croatia and Albania faced notable declines, with -2.36% and -7.32% respectively, reflecting broader regional dynamics and market conditions.
Future trends to watch include increased consolidation in leading markets like Germany and France, potential expansion in emerging markets like Cyprus, and innovations in dairy alternatives potentially impacting overall dairy consumption levels in Europe. Additionally, changes in agricultural policies, sustainability initiatives, and climate conditions could influence production trends across the continent.
Top countries in Raw Cow Milk Delivered to Dairies Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.17 | 2023 | +0.93% | -0.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14.33 | 2023 | -0.15% | -0.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 9.39 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 8.28 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.066% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 7.8 | 2023 | +0.99% | +1.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 7.76 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 5.58 | 2023 | +3.24% | +3.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4.45 | 2023 | +2.17% | +1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 3.38 | 2023 | +0.33% | +0.24% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2.73 | 2023 | +1.71% | +1.9% | View data |
