# EU and North Macedonia ice cream industry trends

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eu-and-north-macedonia-ice-cream-industry-trends
> Updated: 2026-08-21T07:53:08.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

In 2025, ice cream production in the European Union increased by 1.9% to a total of 3.44 billion liters. Germany was the largest producer at 608 million liters, followed by Italy, France, Spain, and Belgium. Italy experienced the highest growth among the leading producers at 10%.

EU ice cream exports to non-EU markets rose by 10% to 289.8 million kilograms, with France and Italy serving as the primary exporters. 

In North Macedonia, the sector maintains a trade surplus. While domestic household consumption has seen a steady increase—rising from 1.1 kg per capita in 2021 to 1.4 kg in 2024—the country exports significantly more than it consumes.

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### 2026-08-21: EU and North Macedonia ice cream production and trade trends

Eurostat and Macedonian statistics show EU ice cream production reached 3.44 billion liters in 2025, while North Macedonia maintains a significant trade surplus in the sector.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-and-north-macedonia-ice-cream-production-and-trade-trends

### 2026-08-19: EU ice cream production rises to 3.44 billion liters in 2025

EU ice cream production grew 1.9% to 3.44 billion liters in 2025. Germany leads production, while France remains the top exporter to non-EU markets.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-union-ice-cream-production-and-exports-rise-in-2025

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