Market Trends of europe cheese Industry
The increased cheese consumption in Europe across various European cultures contributes to its high demand and consumption
- The per capita consumption of cheese increased by 3% in 2022 compared to 2021. Europeans have been eating cheese for at least 7,000 years. Cheese is an integral part of European cuisines like Italian, British, German, Greek, and French. Approximately nine million metric tons of cheese are consumed annually in the European Union. Different dishes in European cuisine, including pasta, pizza, sandwiches, and burgers, are incomplete without cheeses. A consumer study conducted in August 2021 revealed that 71% of respondents among the 1,554 surveyed population eat cheese regularly.
- Much of the cheese consumed is also produced in Europe, mainly in France, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands. These countries collectively covered 39.53% volume of the overall cheese consumed in the region in 2022. Cheese is highly valued among French people due to its diverse flavor and the social aspect it offers. In fact, almost 40% of people consume cheese every day, and over 95% have included it in their regular diet. The fact that an average French individual consumes 26.5 kilograms of cheese per year adds to its prominence.
- The consumption patterns of various nations vary significantly. Italian producers of cheeses have around 400 different varieties. Regional Italian cuisines frequently use mozzarella, parmesan, and pecorino cheeses. Pizza, Balsamic di Modena, Risotto, Tortellini, Polenta, and Pesto are key Italian dishes featuring cheese either as a topping or filling. Cheese made from cow milk is most preferred across the regions. For instance, among the 1,000 types of cheeses that exist in France, Raclette cheese, creamy Camembert, and Emmental, among others, are highly consumed ones that are made from cow’s milk.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- Increase in the price at one end with the growing consumption of cheese is influencing cheese production
