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South Africa: Cheese Market 2024

Cheese Market Size in South Africa

In 2021, the South African cheese market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a pronounced curtailment. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Cheese Production in South Africa

In value terms, cheese production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a slight decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 77% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Cheese Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, exports of cheese from South Africa rose markedly to X tons, increasing by 9.3% on the previous year. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cheese exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X tons), Mozambique (X tons) and Botswana (X tons) were the main destinations of cheese exports from South Africa, together comprising 51% of total exports. These countries were followed by Zimbabwe, Zambia, Swaziland, Saudi Arabia and Lesotho, which together accounted for a further 38%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +13.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for cheese exported from South Africa were Namibia ($X), Botswana ($X) and Mozambique ($X), with a combined 54% share of total exports. Zimbabwe, Zambia, Swaziland, Saudi Arabia and Lesotho lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +20.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among 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

In 2021, the average cheese export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 19% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +5.0%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 40% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Namibia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Lesotho ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Botswana (+8.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cheese Imports

Imports into South Africa

After four years of decline, supplies from abroad of cheese increased by 23% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cheese imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 22%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

New Zealand (X tons), Germany (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of cheese imports to South Africa, together comprising 62% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for New Zealand (with a CAGR of +7.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, New Zealand ($X), Germany ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest cheese suppliers to South Africa, with a combined 57% share of total imports.

New Zealand, with a CAGR of +7.5%, 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

The average cheese import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -2.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 19%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure 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 Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Ireland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+5.2%), 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 constituted the country with the largest volume of cheese consumption, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, cheese consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, threefold. France ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6% share.

What are the largest producers of cheese in the world?

The United States remains the largest cheese producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, cheese production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, threefold. France ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cheese to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest cheese suppliers to South Africa were Italy, Germany and France, together comprising 50% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cheese from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia, Botswana and Zambia constituted the largest markets for cheese exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 61% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cheese in South Africa?

The average cheese export price stood at $3,068 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -14.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cheese in South Africa?

In 2021, the average cheese import price amounted to $6,438 per ton, surging by 33% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cheese market in South Africa. 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:

South Africa

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
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
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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. 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