Global Dairy Statistics
Access comprehensive data and visualizations on milk production, trade, consumption, and more.
Milk Production by Region (2022)
Interactive chart showing milk production across continents.
Top Dairy Exporting Countries (2022)
Detailed table of leading dairy exporters and their volumes.
Research Spotlight: Top Figures & Facts
Key highlights from the Global Dairy Industry Report
Market Growth
The global dairy market size is expected to reach US$ 1032.7 Billion by 2024, registering a CAGR of around 8%.
Production Leaders
India is the world's largest milk producer (22% global production), followed by the USA, Pakistan, Brazil, and China.
Regional Imbalance
While Europe suffers from a milk surplus of over 30%, Africa currently faces a milk deficit of more than 50%.
Global Production Distribution
In the last three decades, world milk production has increased by more than 60%, from 530 million tonnes in 1988 to 852 million tonnes in 2019. The table below illustrates the stark contrast in production volumes by region.
| Region | Production (Million Tons) |
|---|---|
| Asia | 398 |
| Europe | 237 |
| North America | 120 |
| South America | 93 |
| Africa | 49 |
| Oceania | 31 |
| Total | 928 |