Australia Cheese Market Size, Share and Growth Analysis Report: Forecast Trends and Outlook (2025-2034)

In the Australia cheese market, natural cheese is produced with little to no processing and is made from milk and neutral ingredients. It contains nutritional qualities, original flavour and texture while providing valuable nutrients for bone health, muscle development, and overall well-being. It comes in a wide variety of products to cater to the diverse needs of consumers. In the market, processed cheese is blended with other ingredients such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, and flavourings while having a longer shelf life and providing convenience.

As per Australian Dietary Guidelines (ADG), the average recommended serving of milk, yoghurt, cheese and/or alternatives is 3.0 servings per day for Australians indicating the substantial potential for the Australia cheese market.

The increasing consumer preferences and awareness towards plant-based diets and environmental and ethical concerns have been driving the Australia cheese market. Manufacturers and companies are producing dairy-free cheese products with plant-based ingredients such as nuts, seeds, legumes, and coconut oil to provide the taste and texture of traditional cheese. They also adopt sustainable practices, support ethical sourcing, and provide transparent information about their products and processes. Bega group has collaborated with Bega Cream Cheese and launched cream cheese with vegemite flavour with a milder taste.

This report offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Type

• Natural Cheese
• Processed Cheese

Market Breakup by Product

• Cheddar Cheese
• Semi-Hard Cheese
• Hard Grating Cheese
• Fresh Cheese
• Mould Ripened
• Others

Market Breakup by End Use

• Retail
• Institutional

Market Breakup by Distribution Channel

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Online Channels
• Other

Market Breakup by Region

• New South Wales
• Victoria
• Queensland
• Australian Capital Territory
• Western Australia
• Others

Australia Cheese Market Share

Retail sales channels are highly preferred by consumers for the purchase of cheese for personal consumption at supermarkets, speciality cheese shops, and other retail outlets. This preference reflects the widespread appeal of cheese as a versatile food item used in various dishes and enjoyed on its own.

Leading Companies in the Australia Cheese Market

The growth of the cheese market is fuelled by increasing consumer behaviour and preferences, new product launches and expansion of plant-based cheese alternatives.

• Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
• Bega Cheese
• Saputo Dairy Australia Pty Ltd.
• Alexandrina Cheese Company
• Lactalis Australia Pty Ltd.
• Arla Food Mayer Australia Pty Ltd.
• Ashgrove Cheese Pty Ltd.
• Awassi Farm & Cheesery
• Others