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Colombia: Milk Market 2025

Milk Market Size in Colombia

The Colombian milk market stood at $X in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Milk Production in Colombia

In value terms, milk production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a mild curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Milk Exports

Exports from Colombia

In 2022, the amount of milk exported from Colombia soared to X tons, surging by X% against the year before. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, milk exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Aruba (X tons), Cuba (X tons) and Venezuela (X tons) were the main destinations of milk exports from Colombia, together accounting for X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Aruba (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for milk exported from Colombia were Cuba ($X), Aruba ($X) and Venezuela ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

Aruba, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average milk export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a modest expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Curacao ($X per ton) and Cuba ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Venezuela ($X per ton) and Aruba ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Curacao (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Milk Imports

Imports into Colombia

In 2022, milk imports into Colombia skyrocketed to X tons, rising by X% compared with the previous year. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a dramatic setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, milk imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main supplier of milk to Colombia, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States stood at X%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of milk to Colombia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average milk import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for milk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, the United States and Pakistan, together accounting for 36% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of milk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, the United States and Pakistan, together accounting for 36% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of milk to Colombia?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of milk to Colombia, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Dominican Republic $123), with a 0.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of milk from Colombia?

In value terms, Curacao, Aruba and Peru appeared to be the largest markets for milk exported from Colombia worldwide, with a combined 95% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for milk in Colombia?

The average milk export price stood at $863 per ton in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year.

What is the average import price for milk in Colombia?

The average milk import price stood at $1,346 per ton in 2021, declining by -19.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the milk market in Colombia. 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 1130 - Camel milk
FCL 882 - Cow milk, whole (fresh)
FCL 1020 - Goat milk
FCL 982 - Sheep milk
FCL 951 - Buffalo milk
FCL 888 - Skim Milk of Cows

Country coverage:

Colombia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Colombia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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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. 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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024