The worlds of the Cheese and Dairy Products Show
Discover the worlds of the Cheese and Dairy Products Show
The Cheese and Dairy Products Show is the must-attend event for all French and international professionals in the sector. Designed as a place for meetings, exchanges and inspiration, the show brings together all the players in the cheese and quality dairy products sector, in an open and collaborative setting.
The show's worlds offer each exhibitor clear and targeted visibility, while contributing to a strong collective dynamic. They encourage exchanges between professionals, enable new synergies to be created and provide access to innovative solutions to meet market needs and developments.
The French dairy market: a key sector
The French dairy industry is a pillar of the food sector, combining artisanal traditions and industrial excellence.
In 2025, 44,242 farms were producing cow's milk, with an average of 72 cows per farm, for a total of 23 billion litres collected each year.
France has 740 processing sites, including 9 in the overseas departments and territories, generating a total turnover of $47.3 billion for all dairy products.
Goat's milk and sheep's milk production amounts to 500 million and 290 million litres respectively, contributing to the diversity and richness of the French offering.
Source: CNIEL – The dairy economy in figures, 2025
The European and global market
France is part of a strong European dairy industry, where 19 million dairy cows produce 155 million tonnes of milk, 94% of which is collected for processing. Germany is the leading European producer, closely followed by France and Poland. In Europe, production is distributed as follows:
- 22,200 kT of packaged milk
- 7,800 kT of fermented milk
- 2,300 kT of butter
- 2,100 kT of milk powder
- 10,500 kT of cheese
- 2,400 kT of cream
Globally, 964 million tonnes of milk are produced each year:
- 81% cow's milk
- 15% buffalo milk
- 2% goat's milk
- 1% sheep's milk
Production is distributed as follows: Europe (227 million tonnes), Asia (280 million tonnes), Africa (43 million tonnes), North and Central America (133 million tonnes), South America (69 million tonnes), Oceania (30 million tonnes). International trade accounts for 9% of milk produced, with the European Union, New Zealand and the United States among the main exporters.
Source: CNIEL – The dairy economy in figures, 2025
Find the world that matches your business
From finished products to solutions to accompany your products, the Cheese and Dairy Products Show covers the entire value chain thanks to its different worlds.
Exhibiting at the Cheese and Dairy Products Show means joining a high-profile, unifying event, organised in Paris and open to international visitors. It is a unique opportunity to meet qualified buyers, showcase your expertise and actively contribute to the dynamism of the sector.
The show also offers an ideal setting for discussions with partners, to discover innovations and anticipate trends that will shape the market in the years to come. By participating, you are affirming your position as a committed and visible professional in a rapidly growing sector.
A meeting place to look to the future
The Cheese and Dairy Products Show is not just a place for professional meetings: it is also a space to anticipate trends, discover new opportunities and expand your network.
Each edition showcases product innovations, manufacturing techniques and logistical solutions, enabling visitors and exhibitors to stay at the forefront of the sector. Participating in the show therefore means combining visibility, learning and inspiration, while affirming your attendance in a constantly evolving market.