Harta brânzei românești: Câți producători autohtoni mai rezistă în lupta cu marile importuri? • Newsweek România

Romania's dairy market features around 200 industrial units and over 1,500 artisanal workshops, yet struggles against imports and price pressures. The local production of cheese is insufficient to meet domestic demand, leading to significant imports, especially of processed cheeses. The market is dominated by fresh cheeses, while matured varieties face challenges due to high storage costs and the need for quality milk. Fragmentation of small farms complicates consistent milk collection, impacting competitiveness. Producers are shifting towards high-value products like artisanal cheeses to regain market share.