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World - Dairy Produce - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Aug 14, 2024

Top Import Markets for Dairy Produce in the World

When it comes to dairy produce, there are several countries around the world that stand out as major importers. These countries have a high demand for dairy products, whether it be cheese, milk, yogurt, or other dairy items. In this article, we will explore the top import markets for dairy produce, based on data from the IndexBox market intelligence platform.

1. Germany

Germany tops the list as the world's largest importer of dairy produce, with an import value of 9.7 billion USD in 2023. The country has a strong demand for a variety of dairy products, including cheese, milk, and yogurt. Germany's large population and high consumption of dairy products contribute to its position as a leading importer in the global market.

2. China

China comes in second on the list, with an import value of 6.3 billion USD in 2023. The country's growing middle class and changing dietary habits have led to an increase in demand for dairy products in recent years. China's large population and urbanization have also contributed to its status as a major importer of dairy produce.

3. France

France is another top import market for dairy produce, with an import value of 5.9 billion USD in 2023. The country is known for its high-quality cheese and other dairy products, which are in high demand both domestically and internationally. France's strong dairy industry and rich culinary tradition make it a key player in the global dairy market.

4. Italy

Italy ranks fourth on the list, with an import value of 5.4 billion USD in 2023. The country is famous for its cheese, pasta, and other dairy products, which are exported to countries around the world. Italy's strong agricultural sector and culinary heritage contribute to its position as a major importer of dairy produce.

5. Belgium

Belgium is another important import market for dairy produce, with an import value of 5.1 billion USD in 2023. The country is known for its high-quality chocolate and dairy products, which are popular both domestically and internationally. Belgium's strategic location in Europe and strong trade relationships make it a key player in the global dairy market.

6. Netherlands

The Netherlands is a significant importer of dairy produce, with an import value of 5.0 billion USD in 2023. The country is a major exporter of dairy products, including cheese, milk, and butter. The Netherlandsstrong agricultural sector and efficient transportation infrastructure make it a key player in the global dairy market.

7. United Kingdom

The United Kingdom is a major import market for dairy produce, with an import value of 3.8 billion USD in 2023. The country has a strong demand for dairy products, including cheese, milk, and yogurt. The United Kingdom's large population and diverse culinary scene contribute to its position as a leading importer in the global dairy market.

8. Spain

Spain is another top import market for dairy produce, with an import value of 3.1 billion USD in 2023. The country is known for its high-quality cheese and other dairy products, which are popular both domestically and internationally. Spain's strong agricultural sector and Mediterranean cuisine make it a key player in the global dairy market.

9. United States

The United States is a significant importer of dairy produce, with an import value of 2.7 billion USD in 2023. The country has a diverse dairy industry, producing a wide range of products including cheese, milk, and yogurt. The United Stateslarge population and strong economy contribute to its position as a major importer in the global dairy market.

10. Russia

Russia rounds out the list as a top import market for dairy produce, with an import value of 2.0 billion USD in 2023. The country has a growing demand for dairy products, driven by an increase in disposable income and changing dietary habits. Russia's large population and vast land area make it a key player in the global dairy market.

In conclusion, the world's best import markets for dairy produce include Germany, China, France, Italy, Belgium, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Spain, United States, and Russia. These countries have a high demand for dairy products and play a key role in the global dairy market. For more information on import markets and trends, be sure to check out the IndexBox market intelligence platform.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global dairy produce market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 888 - Skim Milk of Cows
  • FCL 1130 - Camel milk
  • FCL 882 - Cow milk, whole (fresh)
  • FCL 1020 - Goat milk
  • FCL 982 - Sheep milk
  • FCL 951 - Buffalo milk
  • FCL 897 - Dry Whole Cow Milk
  • FCL 898 - Dry Skim Cow Milk
  • FCL 889 - Whole Milk, Condensed
  • FCL 894 - Whole Milk, Evaporated
  • FCL 895 - Skim Milk, Evaporated
  • FCL 896 - Skim Milk, Condensed
  • FCL 891 - Yoghurt
  • FCL 983 - Butter and Ghee of Sheep Milk
  • FCL 1022 - Butter of Goat Milk
  • FCL 952 - Butter of Buffalo Milk
  • FCL 886 - Butter of Cow Milk
  • FCL 887 - Ghee from Cow Milk
  • FCL 953 - Ghee, from Buffalo Milk
  • FCL 901 - Cheese from Whole Cow Milk
  • FCL 904 - Cheese from Skimmed Cow Milk
  • FCL 905 - Whey Cheese
  • FCL 907 - Processed Cheese
  • FCL 955 - Cheese of Buffalo Milk
  • FCL 984 - Cheese of Sheep Milk
  • FCL 1021 - Cheese of Goat Milk
  • FCL 885 - Cream, Fresh
  • FCL 893 - Buttermilk, Curdled Milk, Acidified Milk
  • FCL 899 - Dry Buttermilk
  • FCL 892 - Yoghurt, Concentrated or Unconcent

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Mondelēz International Inc., Saputo Inc., Lactalis, Hochland Se, Glanbia Plc., Elsa-Mifroma Group, Tine Sa, Bel Group, Emmi, Dairygold Co-Operative Society Ltd., Meadow Foods, Eurial Group, Anchor, Clover S.A. (Pty) Ltd, Dmk Deutsches Milchkontor Gmbh, Bartels-Langness Handelsgesellschaft, Mlekovita Spółdzielnia Mleczarska, Frischli Milchwerke Gmbh

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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