Europe Cheese Market Size Poised for Exponential Growth Forecast to 2033

Author: Joey Moore

Europe Cheese Market Forecast by 2033

Market Size in 2024: USD 44.7 Billion

Market Forecast in 2033: USD 66.2 Billion

Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 4.24%

The Europe cheese market size reached USD 44.7 billion in 2024. Looking forward, the market is expected to reach USD 66.2 billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.24% during 2025-2033. The increasing health awareness, ongoing innovations in cheese varieties, expansion of distribution channels, and the growing popularity of convenience foods and snacks are primarily propelling the industry's growth.

Europe Cheese Market Growth Drivers

Cheese is often perceived as being high in protein and calcium, a healthier alternative to many processed snacks. For instance, according to an article from Healthline, cheese is known as a superb source of calcium, fat, and of protein. It also contains meaningful levels of zinc, phosphorus, and riboflavin, as well as vitamin An and B12. Additionally, low-fat also reduced-sodium varieties are available, so cheese companies market it as part of a balanced diet. The companies do attract health-conscious consumers since they market cheese in just this way. These factors influence the forecast about the European cheese market positively.

The growth of the food service industry has increased demand for diverse cheese varieties since food trucks, cafes, and restaurants are included. For instance, according to IMARC, the German foodservice market is going to exhibit a growth rate (CAGR) of 10.60% in the time during 2024-2032. Chefs and food service operators incorporate specialty cheeses into menus more to offer appealing and unique dishes. These very factors are contributing more to the market share. This impact can be seen in Europe's cheese market.

Market growth gets stimulated via continuous innovations within cheese production processes such as the development of new flavors textures and types of cheese. Exotic blends that include plant-based cheese alternatives are used to cater to evolving consumer tastes. As an illustration, Formo then Those Vegan Cowboys did R&D in March 2024. They aim for developing casein proteins and introducing animal-free cheeses to the EU market. These factors increase the market growth.

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Europe Cheese Market Segmentation

Analysis by Source

  • Cow Milk
  • Buffalo Milk
  • Goat Milk
  • Others

Analysis by Type

  • Natural
  • Processed

Analysis by Product

  • Mozzarella
  • Cheddar
  • Feta
  • Parmesan
  • Roquefort
  • Others

Analysis by Distribution Channel

  • Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
  • Convenience Stores
  • Specialty Stores
  • Online
  • Others

Analysis by Format

  • Slices
  • Diced/Cubes
  • Shredded
  • Blocks
  • Spreads
  • Liquid
  • Others

Analysis by Country

  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Others

Leading European Cheese Companies:

Meiji Holdings, Kraft Heinz, Mondelez, Arla Foods, Glanbia, FrieslandCampina, Saputo, Savencia, DMK, Bel Group, Ilchester, Lactalis, etc.

Europe Cheese Market News:

  • August 2024: SimplyV, a plant-based cheese manufacturer, launched their grated vegan parmesan, ParmVegan, made with a coconut and almond base, in Ocado, UK.
  • May 2024: Boermarke, a Dutch dairy alternatives producer, developed a new range of plant-based cheese with added vitamins and 10% protein.
  • March 2024: Formo and Those Vegan Cowboys formed an R&D partnership to develop casein proteins and introduce animal-free cheeses to the EU market.

Key highlights of the Report:

  • Market Performance (2019-2024)
  • Market Outlook (2025-2033)
  • COVID-19 Impact on the Market
  • Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
  • Strategic Recommendations
  • Historical, Current and Future Market Trends
  • Market Drivers and Success Factors
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Structure of the Market
  • Value Chain Analysis
  • Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape

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