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Dairy Products and Alternatives in Finland

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  • 68 Pages
  • September 2023
  • Region: Finland
  • Euromonitor International
  • ID: 5576746
Inflation and increasing production costs drove unit prices up in 2022 and this continued during the beginning of 2023. As a result, competition became more intense, as consumers paid attention to price points, working on reduced disposable budgets. In addition, sales patterns continued to normalise after the heightened demand that took place during the outbreak of COVID-19, with this demand driven by home seclusion and lockdowns. As life normalised home cooking and baking started to decline.

The Dairy Products and Alternatives in Finland report offers in-depth knowledge of the market at a national level, providing local insight and understanding unavailable elsewhere. In addition to the latest retail sales data 2018-2022, it identifies the leading companies, brands and retail outlets, and assesses the key trends and demographic shifts behind consumer demand and sales growth. How key trends such as health and wellness, sustainability and recovery from the pandemic are shaping the market in 2023 directly informs the forecasts to 2027, clearly indicating how the market is expected to change.

Product coverage: Baby Food, Dairy, Plant-based Dairy.

Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

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Table of Contents

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
  • Dairy products and alternatives in 2023: The big picture
  • Key trends in 2023
  • Competitive Landscape
  • Channel developments
  • What next for dairy products and alternatives?
MARKET DATA
  • Table 1 Sales of Dairy Products and Alternatives by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 2 Sales of Dairy Products and Alternatives by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 3 NBO Company Shares of Dairy Products and Alternatives: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 4 LBN Brand Shares of Dairy Products and Alternatives: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 5 Penetration of Private Label by Category: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 6 Distribution of Dairy Products and Alternatives by Format: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 7 Forecast Sales of Dairy Products and Alternatives by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 8 Forecast Sales of Dairy Products and Alternatives by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
  • Summary 1 Research Sources
BABY FOOD IN FINLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Rising inflation and growing production costs impact the landscape
  • Organic baby food becomes more popular, boosted by private label lines
  • Players focus on premium baby food options, free-from sugar and additives
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Domestic origin and ingredients to be key trends across the coming years
  • Players focus on sustainability practices through production methods and packaging
  • E-commerce and online activities increase, appreciated by parents
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 9 Sales of Baby Food by Category: Volume 2018-2023
  • Table 10 Sales of Baby Food by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 11 Sales of Baby Food by Category: % Volume Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 12 Sales of Baby Food by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 13 Sales of Growing-Up Milk Formula by Age: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 14 NBO Company Shares of Baby Food: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 15 LBN Brand Shares of Baby Food: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 16 Distribution of Baby Food by Format: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 17 Forecast Sales of Baby Food by Category: Volume 2023-2028
  • Table 18 Forecast Sales of Baby Food by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 19 Forecast Sales of Baby Food by Category: % Volume Growth 2023-2028
  • Table 20 Forecast Sales of Baby Food by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
BUTTER AND SPREADS IN FINLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • High levels of competition during rising price points boost sales of private label
  • Healthier attributes drive growth on the butters and spreads landscape
  • Local ingredients are used to entice consumers
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Players focus on added benefits without compromising on flavour
  • Sustainability shapes product development while companies emphasise green credentials
  • Finns remain loyal to locally produced foods and drinks
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 21 Sales of Butter and Spreads by Category: Volume 2018-2023
  • Table 22 Sales of Butter and Spreads by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 23 Sales of Butter and Spreads by Category: % Volume Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 24 Sales of Butter and Spreads by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 25 NBO Company Shares of Butter and Spreads: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 26 LBN Brand Shares of Butter and Spreads: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 27 Distribution of Butter and Spreads by Format: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 28 Forecast Sales of Butter and Spreads by Category: Volume 2023-2028
  • Table 29 Forecast Sales of Butter and Spreads by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 30 Forecast Sales of Butter and Spreads by Category: % Volume Growth 2023-2028
  • Table 31 Forecast Sales of Butter and Spreads by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
CHEESE IN FINLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Retail value sales rise as cheese remains a popular ingredient and indulgent snack
  • The rising health and wellness trend shapes new product developments
  • Indulgent eating occasions support the growth of cheese
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Health, wellness and sustainability will be key trends driving sales
  • Domestic players focus on emphasising local origin to boost sales
  • Private label will boost its share, aligning with lactose-free demands
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 32 Sales of Cheese by Category: Volume 2018-2023
  • Table 33 Sales of Cheese by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 34 Sales of Cheese by Category: % Volume Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 35 Sales of Cheese by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 36 Sales of Spreadable Processed Cheese by Type: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 37 Sales of Soft Cheese by Type: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 38 Sales of Hard Cheese by Type: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 39 NBO Company Shares of Cheese: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 40 LBN Brand Shares of Cheese: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 41 Distribution of Cheese by Format: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 42 Forecast Sales of Cheese by Category: Volume 2023-2028
  • Table 43 Forecast Sales of Cheese by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 44 Forecast Sales of Cheese by Category: % Volume Growth 2023-2028
  • Table 45 Forecast Sales of Cheese by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
DRINKING MILK PRODUCTS IN FINLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Rising competition from plant-based options challenges sales of cow's milk
  • Animal welfare is a key concern for players on the landscape
  • Valio retains its lead, offering innovative options to consumers
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Brands emphasise local origin and production to appeal to Finnish consumers
  • Players tackle environmental concerns through production and packaging
  • Full-fat milk will continue to be a preferred choice among Finns
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 46 Sales of Drinking Milk Products by Category: Volume 2018-2023
  • Table 47 Sales of Drinking Milk Products by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 48 Sales of Drinking Milk Products by Category: % Volume Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 49 Sales of Drinking Milk Products by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 50 NBO Company Shares of Drinking Milk Products: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 51 LBN Brand Shares of Drinking Milk Products: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 52 Distribution of Drinking Milk Products by Format: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 53 Forecast Sales of Drinking Milk Products Products by Category: Volume 2023-2028
  • Table 54 Forecast Sales of Drinking Milk Products Products by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 55 Forecast Sales of Drinking Milk Products Products by Category: % Volume Growth 2023-2028
  • Table 56 Forecast Sales of Drinking Milk Products Products by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
YOGHURT AND SOUR MILK PRODUCTS IN FINLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Plant-based products and chilled dairy desserts challenge sales on a mature landscape
  • New launches focus on indulgent flavours and pleasing mouthfeel
  • New product developments align with the rising health and wellness trend
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Sustainability set to shape the landscape across the forecast period
  • Players focus on animal welfare, transparency and ethical values
  • Private label offerings expand, focusing on sophisticated selections
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 57 Sales of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products by Category: Volume 2018-2023
  • Table 58 Sales of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 59 Sales of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products by Category: % Volume Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 60 Sales of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 61 Sales of Flavoured Yoghurt by Flavour: Rankings 2018-2023
  • Table 62 NBO Company Shares of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 63 LBN Brand Shares of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 64 Distribution of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products by Format: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 65 Forecast Sales of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products by Category: Volume 2023-2028
  • Table 66 Forecast Sales of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 67 Forecast Sales of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products by Category: % Volume Growth 2023-2028
  • Table 68 Forecast Sales of Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
OTHER DAIRY IN FINLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • High in protein quark products continue to drive sales, being on trend
  • Consumers appreciate products that make cooking and baking more convenient
  • Quark players focus on new flavour and sensory experiences
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Domestic origin will remain a key selling point in other dairy
  • Private label is set to gain ground, offering free-from products to consumers
  • Players focus on communicating their sustainability and social responsibility strategies
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 69 Sales of Other Dairy by Category: Volume 2018-2023
  • Table 70 Sales of Other Dairy by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 71 Sales of Other Dairy by Category: % Volume Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 72 Sales of Other Dairy by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 73 Sales of Cream by Type: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 74 NBO Company Shares of Other Dairy: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 75 LBN Brand Shares of Other Dairy: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 76 Distribution of Other Dairy by Format: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 77 Forecast Sales of Other Dairy by Category: Volume 2023-2028
  • Table 78 Forecast Sales of Other Dairy by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 79 Forecast Sales of Other Dairy by Category: % Volume Growth 2023-2028
  • Table 80 Forecast Sales of Other Dairy by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
PLANT-BASED DAIRY IN FINLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Plant-based yoghurts and cheese struggle from strong competition
  • Health, wellness and gluten free offerings become increasingly popular
  • Players focus on flavour experiences to drive interest and boost sales
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Domestic origin appealing to consumers who trust local quality
  • Plant-based milk features fat percentages to mimic cow's milk
  • Plant-based alternatives set to expand across most subcategories
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 81 Sales of Plant-Based Dairy by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 82 Sales of Plant-Based Dairy by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 83 Sales of Other Plant-Based Milk by Type: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 84 NBO Company Shares of Plant-Based Dairy: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 85 LBN Brand Shares of Plant-Based Dairy: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 86 Distribution of Plant-Based Dairy by Format: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 87 Forecast Sales of Plant-Based Dairy by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 88 Forecast Sales of Plant-Based Dairy by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028