Dairy Products & Eggs - Uganda | Statista Market Forecast

Revenue in the Dairy Products & Eggs market amounts to US$1.82bn in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 10.39% (CAGR 2024-2029).
In global comparison, most revenue is generated India (US$173bn in 2024).
In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$36.40 are generated in 2024.
In the Dairy Products & Eggs market, volume is expected to amount to 1.05bn kg by 2029. The Dairy Products & Eggs market is expected to show a volume growth of 5.3% in 2025.0.
The average volume per person in the Dairy Products & Eggs market is expected to amount to 16.6kg in 2024.

Definition:

The Dairy Products and Eggs market covers eggs and dairy products which play a major role in the daily diet of many consumers. The market includes milk substitutes, milk, products made from mammal’s milk or milk components, and eggs that are harvested from domesticated animals for human consumption, such as chickens, ducks, or quails.

Structure:

The market consists of 8 different submarkets:

The Milk market covers fresh milk that is defined as an animal product containing proteins, lactose, fats, and water.
The Milk substitutes market covers all types of plant-based milk, such as soya, almond, oat, rice, coconut, spelt, and other. “Other” includes hazelnut, soya/rice blend, buckwheat, cashew, pea, millet, lupine, hemp, quinoa, flax seed, grain, etc.
The Yogurt market covers products that are made when milk is fermented by bacteria.
The Cheese market covers solid products obtained by coagulating milk.
Yogurt substitutes cover non-dairy alternatives to traditional yogurt
Cheese substitutes cover non-dairy alternatives to traditional cheese
The Eggs market covers chicken eggs.
The Other Dairy Products & Eggs market covers other products made from milk or milk components and other types of edible eggs.

Additional Information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit (unit refers to kilogram), and sales channels. The market encompasses retail sales through both online and offline sales channels to private end customers (B2C). The market only covers at-home consumption; out-of-home consumption is not included.

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Fresh milk
Yogurt
Cheese
Eggs
preserved and powdered milk, cream, curd, yogurt drinks
Milk substitutes

Baby Food
Out-of-home consumption

The Dairy Products & Eggs Market in Uganda is experiencing slow growth due to factors such as limited access to technology, lack of health awareness, and the preference for traditional food options. However, the market still shows potential for growth with increasing demand for dairy substitutes and a growing population.

Customer preferences: As consumers become more health-conscious, there has been a notable shift towards organic and locally-sourced dairy products and eggs. This trend is driven by a growing desire for clean and sustainable food options, as well as a preference for supporting local farmers and businesses. Additionally, with the rise of plant-based diets, there has been an increase in demand for alternative dairy products such as almond and oat milk, showing a shift towards more diverse and adaptable dietary choices.

Trends in the market: In Uganda, the Dairy Products & Eggs Market within The Food market is experiencing a significant increase in demand for organic and locally-sourced products. This trend is driven by a growing consumer awareness of the health benefits of these products, as well as a focus on supporting local farmers and businesses. As a result, there has been a rise in the number of small-scale dairy and egg producers, as well as an increase in the availability of these products in supermarkets and specialty stores. This trend is expected to continue, with potential implications for industry stakeholders such as increased competition and the need for sustainable and ethical production methods.

Local special circumstances: In Uganda, the Dairy Products & Eggs Market is heavily influenced by the country's unique geographical and cultural factors. The majority of the population lives in rural areas, making it challenging to transport dairy products and eggs to urban markets. Additionally, dairy farming is a traditional practice in Uganda, and many farmers have limited access to modern technology and resources. These factors contribute to a more localized and traditional market, where dairy products and eggs are primarily consumed within the local community. This differs from other markets where there is a higher demand for processed and packaged dairy products for export.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Dairy Products & Eggs Market in Uganda is heavily impacted by macroeconomic factors such as the country's GDP growth, inflation rates, and government policies. With a growing economy and rising consumer purchasing power, the demand for dairy products and eggs is expected to increase. Moreover, favorable government initiatives to support the dairy industry, such as subsidies and infrastructure development, are positively influencing market growth. In addition, global trends towards healthy and sustainable food choices are driving the demand for organic and free-range dairy products, further boosting market growth.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the total consumer spending on food, which comprises all private household spending on food that is meant for at-home consumption (out-of-home consumption is not accounted for).

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a top-down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and consumer price index. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Food market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.

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The first evidence of dairy consumption dates back over six thousand years, and today dairy products are enjoyed all over the world. Over the past couple millennia there has been an incredible amount of creativity and innovation when it comes to processing, fermenting, and consuming dairy products. In 2022, the value of the dairy market worldwide was estimated to be about 893 billion U.S. dollars, which is projected to grow to 1,243 billion dollars by 2028.