Germany Cheese Market Overview, 2027

In terms of cheese consumption, Germany is third internationally behind the United States and France and second in Europe after France. Cheese is commonly recognized as a nutritious meal in Germany, and it is frequently taken with bread as well as utilized in cooking and baking. Germans frequently trade up or down with cheese based on income fluctuations, but they do not want to go without it. Cheese is an essential meal that Germans do not want to renounce because it is used on bread, in cooking, and in baking. Germany has a long legacy of cheese-making and boasts over 600 different types of cheese due to its diverse landscapes, production methods, and regional traditions. While Bavaria produces 75% of German cheese, the northern German states of Schleswig-Holstein, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, and Saxony-Anhalt also make some of the country's most famous cheeses, including Wilstermarsch, Tilsit, and Altenburger Ziegenkäse (goat cheese). The Allgäu, in the Alpine area of southern Germany, is the hub of German cheese making, and it is here that Germany's famed Allgäuer Emmentaler is created. Emmentaler is also known as Swiss cheese, as the recipe was brought from Switzerland.

According to the report, "Germany Cheese Market Overview, 2027," published by Bonafide Research, the market is anticipated to add USD 2.44 Billion by 2027. The increased spending power of consumers in developed economies is also expected to boost cheese sales. Furthermore, changing food preferences and an increasing number of working women are expected to fuel expansion potential in the Cheese market. Furthermore, increased consumption of pizza and other European-style fast foods appears to be one of the main trends, particularly among young people, to expand sales potential for cheese. The increasing demand for various product flavors in local cuisines drives the Germany cheese industry. Aside from that, rising consumption of authentic regional cheese in the region is fueling market expansion. Furthermore, the rising premiumization of cheese by several regional brands is supporting market expansion.

Mozzarella is the most popular cheese in Germany, followed by Gouda and Emmentaler. Holsteiner Tilsiter, Allgäuer Bergkäse, Romadur, Hirtenkäse, Bavaria Blu, Harzer, Allgäuer Emmentaler, Butterkäse, Cambozola, and Limburger are other popular cheeses in Germany. Geramont, Mini Babybel, Bresso, Philadelphia, Galbani, Fol Epi, Saint Albray, Arla, Goldsteig, and President are the leading brands in the German cheese market. Geramont will lead the German cheese industry in 2020.

Supermarkets and hypermarkets dominate the German Cheese Market due to the convenience of having all products in one area and many selections at the same time. Rewe, Edeka, Kaufland, Globus, HIT, and Tegut are the largest hypermarkets and supermarkets in Germany. With over 11,000 locations nationwide, Edeka is Germany's largest grocery network. REWE is Germany's second-largest grocery chain, with over 3,600 stores. In recent years, there has been a tremendous increase in internet usage and the use of e-commerce websites to acquire culinary items that include cheese. Carrefour, Walmart, Amazon, and other well-known vertical specialists are attracted to the market.

Germany has a population of 83.1 million people, with 41.1 million men and 42 million women. The majority of the population, 53.18 million people, is between the ages of 15 and 65. There are 64.24 million urban residents and 18.86 million rural residents. According to the World Bank, Germany's GDP in 2021 will be USD 4.22 trillion, with an inflation rate of 3.1% and a per capita income of $50,801.8. (2021). in 2022, general inflation and high energy/fertilizer costs drove up conventional milk prices, affecting cheese prices. Price-conscious customers are likely to switch to cheaper cheese varieties, private label products, and/or reduce usage. With over-65s being the primary cheese consumers, an ageing population could counteract a significant volume reduction. Nonetheless, the EU's Farm to Fork Strategy and Germany's 2030 organic agricultural expansion plans may limit conventional raw milk output, putting pressure on cheese prices while increasing plant alternatives/organic possibilities. This diversity of cheese substitutes may rekindle interest among 16 to 34-year-olds who have reduced their consumption of cheese. Because many cheese consumers prioritize money over quality, less expensive 'core' cheeses, such as Cheddar instead of Parmesan, might be positioned as the smarter alternative to more expensive cheeses. Higher capacity packets, as well as a longer shelf life for reduced food waste, are also appealing to consumers.



As a result of the increased demand, an increasing number of companies began inventing and successfully selling cheese substitutes. During the extensive research of the German cheese market, discovered a wide range of cheese-like goods currently on the market, ranging from plant-based products to replace traditional cheeses like Gouda and Cheddar to white cheeses like Mozzarella and Camembert. There are currently two types of plant-based cheese available: cheese analogues, which are largely created from plant-based oil and starch, and fermented cheeses, which are mostly made from nuts. The greater fat content of cheese is anticipated to be one of the notable elements among other restrictions that are limiting growth potential in the global cheese industry. Because of the negative health impacts of the higher fat content, cheese consumption is limited among the obese population.

Recent Development:
• In August 2020, Glanbia finished the obtaining of Foodarom (Germany). The obtaining reinforced Glanbia's capacity in the space of flavors and nourishing arrangements.

Covid-19 Impact:
During the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, the business was severely disrupted due to changing demand. The worldwide lockdowns prompted the foodservice industry to close, cutting demand for all processed food goods dramatically. Furthermore, costs are likely to reduce as high-quality products become less desirable. In contrast, increased adoption of low-cost varieties at wholesale prices from retail shops for home cooking is expected to balance the supply chain. Following the pandemic, the Cheese market is likely to benefit from the re-establishment of the foodservice sector and renewed cheese processing capacity.

Considered in this report
• Geography: Germany
• Historic year: 2016
• Base year: 2021
• Estimated year: 2022
• Forecast year: 2027

Aspects covered in this report
• Germany Cheese market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Product
• Mozzarella
• Cheddar
• Feta
• Parmesan
• Roquefort
• Others

By Source
• Animals
• Plants

By Type
• Natural
• Processed

By Distribution Channel
• Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Specialty Stores
• Online retail
• Others

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analyzing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to Cheese industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.