Colombia's Milk Production Reaches Historic High, Surpassing 8.4 Billion Liters in 2025

Portafolio Journalist 04.04.2026 08:47 Updated: 04.04.2026 08:47

Colombia's Milk Production Reaches Historic High, Surpassing 8.4 Billion Liters in 2025

TL;DR

  • Milk production in Colombia reached a historic 8.405 billion liters in 2025.
  • This represents a 9% growth compared to 7.712 billion liters in 2024.
  • Factors contributing to the growth include favorable climate, increased domestic consumption, and higher prices paid to producers.
  • Per capita milk consumption rose from 154 to 168 liters annually.
  • Producer prices increased by approximately 9.6% to $2,125 per liter.
  • Colombia continues to import more dairy products than it exports, with a trade deficit of US$198.9 million in 2025.
  • The upcoming impact of the Free Trade Agreement with the US, allowing tariff-free milk powder imports, poses a concern for national production.