Dairy Products
U.S. Dairy Products Exports in 2024
Total Export Value
$8.25 Billion
Total Volume (Millions)
2.66 Metric Tons
3-Year Average
$8.6 Billion
Compound Average Growth
4.7% (2015-2024)
| Market | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.47 Billion |
| Canada | $1.14 Billion |
| China | $584 Million |
| Japan | $394.61 Million |
| South Korea | $385.66 Million |
| Philippines | $364.98 Million |
| Indonesia | $244.83 Million |
| Australia | $173.87 Million |
| European Union | $167.14 Million |
| Dominican Republic | $134.7 Million |
Data and Analysis
FAS/Seoul forecasts Korea’s 2026 milk production to decrease to 1.93 million tons. Korean milk production continues to decline in line with industry contraction and demographic-driven consumption declines.
After the 2023 outbreak of bluetongue disease in Europe, the bluetongue virus (BTV) has now been detected in Lithuania. BTV infection is a non-contagious, insect-transmitted, viral disease that affects sheep, goats, and cattle.
In Marketing Year (MY) 2026, Chile’s dairy sector is projected to maintain steady growth, supported by strong milk production and favorable climatic conditions.
News and Features
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is now accepting applications for its upcoming agribusiness trade mission to Mexico City, Mexico, scheduled for November 3–6. U.S. exporters interested in exploring trade opportunities in Mexico’s dynamic agricultural market must apply by Friday, July 25.
SIAL Paris is a biennial international food trade show and is one of the largest food innovation exhibitions in the world. SIAL Paris serves as a platform where producers, distributors, restaurateurs, and importers-exporters can explore the latest trends, products, and innovations in the food sector; sample the latest products; engage in discussions; and make new connections.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service is accepting applications from U.S. exporters for a trade mission to Santiago, Chile.