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Libya: Cheese Market 2024

Cheese Market Size in Libya

In 2021, the Libyan cheese market increased by 23% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a perceptible reduction. Cheese consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cheese Exports

Exports from Libya

In 2021, overseas shipments of cheese decreased by -19.5% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports showed a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 117% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cheese exports contracted rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 124%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Ireland (X tons) was the main destination for cheese exports from Libya, with a approx. 2.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to Ireland totaled -35.8%.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Ireland totaled -32.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average cheese export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the last eight-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.2%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 23% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Ireland.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Ireland amounted to +5.6% per year.

Cheese Imports

Imports into Libya

In 2021, imports of cheese into Libya soared to X tons, with an increase of 19% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 79% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cheese imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 94%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Egypt (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Poland (X tons) were the main suppliers of cheese imports to Libya, together accounting for 54% of total imports. Austria, the Netherlands, Ireland, Tunisia, Denmark, the UK, Turkey, France and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 39%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the UK (with a CAGR of +28.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest cheese suppliers to Libya were Egypt ($X), Germany ($X) and Poland ($X), with a combined 53% share of total imports. Austria, the Netherlands, Ireland, Tunisia, Denmark, the UK, Turkey, France and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.

The UK, with a CAGR of +29.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cheese import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 4.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 19%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+3.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cheese in the world?

The United States remains the largest cheese consuming country worldwide, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, cheese consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by France, with a 6% share.

What are the largest producers of cheese in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cheese production was the United States, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, cheese production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by France, with a 7.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cheese to Libya?

In value terms, the largest cheese suppliers to Libya were Egypt, Germany and Poland, with a combined 71% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, the UK, Turkey and Denmark, which together accounted for a further 23%.

What is the average export price for cheese in Libya?

The average cheese export price stood at $5,000 per ton in 2018, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for cheese in Libya?

In 2021, the average cheese import price amounted to $3,839 per ton, declining by -6.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cheese market in Libya. 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 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

Country coverage:

Libya

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Libya
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
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. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023