Cheese plays a pivotal role in the local cuisines of numerous European countries. This represents one of the primary factors propelling the growth of the cheese market in the region.
The European Cheese Market was worth USD 29.72 billion in 2021 and is estimated to be growing at a CAGR of 4.65% to reach USD 37.3 billion by 2026. Every year, approximately nine million tons of cheese are consumed in the European Union.
On average, a resident of the European Union eats around 15 kilos of cheese, and that figure is only expected to increase. According to figures for projected cheese consumption per capita in the EU, by 2025 Europeans will eat some 16 kilos of cheese. There are marked differences in consumption between countries.
Altogether, the findings and analysis from this report help conclude that the European Cheese Market is flourishing and will be a prime producer across the world, for many more years to come. Further, the cheese market in Europe is expected to bring in innovative solutions in all aspects of cheese production, use and distribution in the long run. The European cheese market is showing evident potential and continues to gain momentum with rapid development in the food industry.
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