Cheese Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

Cheesemaking may be an ancient craft, but it’s modern techniques and trends that are giving this classic food favorite new life through the introduction of products boasting unique flavors, containing lower sodium, and even offered in dairy-free varieties.

Roughly 90% of American adults eat cheese. Adults and kids eat it at home, in restaurants, and when they snack on-the-go throughout the day. Mozzarella and cheddar have been the long-standing darlings of the cheese segment, and even goat cheese has gained its fair share of advocates over the years. But foodies and the desire to seek out gourmet varieties has flooded the U.S. market with all sorts of artisanal offerings. In addition, the nationwide swing toward healthier fare is reshaping the cheese industry as much as any other.

The retail cheese market can be divided into three main categories: natural cheese (including most gourmet or specialty cheeses), processed cheese (including American cheese), and imitation cheese. Each of these categories can be divided into dozens or even hundreds of subcategories made up of groups and individual types of cheese.

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Cheese Industry Research & Market Reports

  • Plant-Based Dairy in Colombia

    ... strong price barrier to overcome. Plant-based dairy has also benefited from low milk production in 2023 and the subsequent price inflation caused by shortages. Consumers have started to compare unit prices and perceive plant-based dairy ... Read More

  • Other Dairy in Colombia

    ... sales in 2022, but with sales growth slowing in the horeca channel in 2023, volume sales have once again recovered. The increase in snacking occasions has enabled segments like fromage frais and quark to enjoy ... Read More

  • Other Dairy in Denmark

    ... inflation, as these are perceived as high-priced and non-essential products in the current economic climate. The negative trend that emerged in cream in 2021 also continues to be an issue in 2023. The reopening of ... Read More

  • Cheese in Singapore

    ... Protetta) cheese produced in a particular region of northern Italy can be marketed and sold under the “Parmesan” denomination. This decision has significant implications for both producers and consumers of Parmesan cheese. Producers will need ... Read More

  • Plant-Based Dairy in Austria

    ... animal welfare, the environment and health. Plant-based cheese records the most dynamic performance within plant-based dairy; however, growth stems from a very low sales base. New product launches within plant-based cheese are aiding sales, appealing ... Read More

  • Cheese in Bulgaria

    ... are exceeding pre-pandemic levels in 2023 as Bulgarians frequent these outlets more frequently. However, the cheese category reported slightly positive current value growth, as high inflation led to further price growth at the beginning of ... Read More

  • Indian Dairy Market Report and Forecast 2023-2028

    ... population of dairy herd and rising use of dairy products in the ever-growing food and beverage industry, the market is projected to further grow at a CAGR of 8.62% between 2023 and 2028 to reach ... Read More

  • Other Dairy in Singapore

    ... are available in different fat content options to suit varying culinary requirements and preferences. Cream is commonly packaged in brick liquid cartons, which offer convenience, ease of storage, and a long shelf life. However, some ... Read More

  • Cheese in Colombia

    ... exacerbated by a reduction in supplies of soft cheese due to lower production. The dairy industry has been suffering from lower milk supply, due to the bad rainy season in the second half of 2022, ... Read More

  • Plant-Based Dairy in Denmark

    ... have suffered due to rapidly growing inflation and lower disposable incomes. People are managing their expenses carefully, decreasing expenditure on unnecessary products, and generally paying less attention to health and wellness products. Euromonitor International's Plant-based ... Read More

  • Dairy Products and Alternatives in Thailand

    ... margins from their own higher costs – especially so in drinking milk, cheese, and butter, all of which have been aggressively affected by inflation. That said, the majority of players have stated they will not ... Read More

  • Dairy Products and Alternatives in Azerbaijan

    ... sensitivity remains strong with a high proportion of people cautious about how they allocate their household budget. Nevertheless, inflation has fallen slightly in 2023 and some categories, such as butter, are even seeing price reductions. ... Read More

  • Dairy Products and Alternatives in Colombia

    ... in the price of raw materials and worker shortages have caused significant increases in dairy prices. Even though the economy is showing notable signs of recovery in 2023, price increases remain an issue alongside currency ... Read More

  • Plant-Based Dairy in Croatia

    ... urban areas. Even though the consumer base tends to be affluent, price remains the dominant factor in the decision-making process. Croatians will typically only buy plant-based milk when the product is discounted, with consumers keen ... Read More

  • Dairy Products and Alternatives in Singapore

    ... year in which several categories, such as fresh milk, saw a spike in retail volume sales as consumers spent more time at home. Since the gradual reopening from 2021, pent-up demand for dining out has ... Read More

  • Dairy Products and Alternatives in Croatia

    ... volume sales with the increase in fuel prices and the war in Ukraine leading to rising prices of some ingredient commodities. Moreover, persistent global supply shortages brought about by the pandemic, are still having an ... Read More

  • Dairy Products and Alternatives in Bulgaria

    ... prices increased enormously in 2022 and continued to grow slightly in 2023 as inflation fell slightly. Moreover, this retail price growth became more noticeable to consumers in 2023 as they grappled with the cost of ... Read More

  • Cheese in Hong Kong, China

    ... overall unit price of cheese is set to increase by over 10% compared with the previous year. This increase can be attributed to several factors, including the lingering effect of global inflation, and the continuous ... Read More

  • Plant-Based Dairy in Chile

    ... plant-based milk was significantly boosted. However, local consumers still consider plant-based milk a niche category, and a departure from traditional consumption occasions. The familiarity and long-standing history of traditional dairy products create a perception that ... Read More

  • Other Dairy in Japan

    ... dairy manufacturers had already implemented price increases in 2022, but the costs of raw materials and energy continued to rise, making it inevitable that manufacturers raised prices again in 2023. For instance, major manufacturers such ... Read More

  • Plant-Based Dairy in Argentina

    ... impacts other plant-based milk products, with an average price much higher than cow´s milk. Euromonitor International's Plant-based Dairy in Argentina report offers in-depth knowledge of the market at a national level, providing local insight and ... Read More

  • Plant-Based Dairy in Bulgaria

    ... dairy category, as they are generally consumed by more affluent consumers. Many companies avoided passing on cost increases in 2023, while others like Delishu standardised prices across its portfolio of different flavours. Euromonitor International's Plant-based ... Read More

  • Cheese in Denmark

    ... to lower prices, with supermarkets and competitors following its lead. Nonetheless, whilst the rate of inflation has fallen significantly in 2023, inflation still remains well above average levels in Denmark. Consumer demand for cheese is ... Read More

  • Cheese in Chile

    ... link the increasing cost of raw milk with the challenging scenario that Chilean cheese manufacturers are experiencing. Euromonitor International's Cheese in Chile report offers in-depth knowledge of the market at a national level, providing local ... Read More

  • Cheese in Japan

    ... and energy. Major dairy players such as Megmilk Snow Brand, Meiji Co Ltd, and Morinaga Milk Industry increased the suggested retail prices of their popular cheeses one after another in 2022. However, the costs of ... Read More

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