Dairy products and alternatives in 2025: The big picture
Cambodia has seen a rising demand for dairy products, driven by local economic growth and increasing urbanisation. Traditional dairy products like milk, yoghurt, and cheese remain dominant in 2025, but plant-based dairy including soy drinks and nut-based milk such as almond milk, are slowly becoming more popular, reflecting changing dietary preferences and health-conscious trends.
Key trends in 2025
The developing health and wellness trend in Cambodia is helping to drive the growth of plant-based dairy in Cambodia. Consumers are increasingly looking for these options due to lactose intolerance, allergies, dietary preferences, and the perceived health benefits associated with plant-based diets. Products like soy drinks and coconut milk are abundant in Cambodia, while almond and oat milk are becoming more popular.
Competitive Landscape
At present, a substantial portion of the products present in dairy products and alternatives are imported, particularly from Thailand, as the Cambodian dairy industry is still in its developmental stages. However, increased investment in local dairy farms and processing facilities is fostering greater availability of fresh milk and locally produced dairy products, benefiting consumers and supporting the economy.
Channel developments
There has been a rise in the number of modern retail formats in urban and semi-urban areas, including supermarkets, convenience stores, forecourt retailers, mini-marts, and independent small grocers that are equipped with cold chain infrastructure. This has enhanced the visibility and accessibility of a broader selection of dairy products and alternatives, including international options. These retailers typically offer improved cold chain facilities that are essential for preserving fresh dairy products.
What next for dairy products and alternatives?
Plant-based dairy is projected to be the most dynamic category over the forecast period. There has been a notable expansion in the variety of plant-based milk options in the market, moving beyond traditional options like soy and coconut. Now, almond, oat, and rice milk are becoming increasingly accessible, driven by both imports and the possibility of local production initiatives that are catering to consumer demand. The plant-based trend is also expected to expand beyond just milk to include plant-based yogurt and plant-based ice cream. This shift aims to cater to a diverse audience, including vegans, those who are lactose intolerant, and health-conscious consumers seeking nutritious alternatives.
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Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Dairy Products and Alternatives industry in Cambodia with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
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The Dairy Products and Alternatives in Cambodia report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Dairy Products and Alternatives in Cambodia?
- Which are the leading brands in Dairy Products and Alternatives in Cambodia?
- How are products distributed in Dairy Products and Alternatives in Cambodia?
- How is the rise of e-commerce and/or the expansion of modern grocery retail impacting traditional retail?
- What are the key health and wellness concerns driving, or challenging, sales in Dairy Products and Alternatives?
- How significant are vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements in determining sales growth in Cambodia?
- How has COVID-19 impacted consumer demand? To what extent have lockdown, home seclusion and stockpiling boosted sales? Will the longer term economic repercussions of the pandemic stimulate or suppress future growth?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
- How significant will values-based claims, such as sustainability and ethical labelling, be in supporting future growth and brand equity?
Dairy Products and Alternatives in Cambodia
Dairy products and alternatives in 2025: The big picture
Key trends in 2025
Competitive Landscape
Channel developments
What next for dairy products and alternatives?
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Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Modern, urban lifestyles supporting a shift towards packaged baby food
Another strong year for Abbott as global players continue to dominate the market
Specialist baby shops playing a key role in driving sales and raising awareness
Prospects and Opportunities
Urbanisation and a strong birth rate set to fuel demand for baby food
Demand for convenient, natural and organic products set to rise
Homemade dishes will continue to offer stiff competition to packaged products
Category Data
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Dairy’s healthy image helping to attract more consumers in Cambodia
Imported brands remain on top despite increasing competition from local producers
Distribution landscape evolving as consumers look for more choice and convenience
Prospects and Opportunities
Positive projections for dairy as locals get a taste for milk
Competition heating up with local companies gaining ground
More variety expected to be seen across the dairy market
Category Data
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Plant-based dairy sees strong growth but sales remain limited
Lactasoy remains the key player in plant-based dairy
Distribution slowly expanding led by small local grocers
Prospects and Opportunities
Bright outlook for plant-based dairy but sales unlikely to reach a mass audience
Plant-based milk will remain the focus of demand
Local players may look to invest in the market as demand increases
Category Data
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Dairy Products and Alternatives
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- Dried Baby Food
- Prepared Baby Food
- Other Baby Food
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- Liquid Standard Milk Formula
- Powder Standard Milk Formula
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- Liquid Follow-on Milk Formula
- Powder Follow-on Milk Formula
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- Liquid Growing-Up Milk Formula
- Powder Growing-Up Milk Formula
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- Liquid Special Baby Milk Formula
- Powder Special Baby Milk Formula
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- Butter
- Cooking Fats
- Margarine and Spreads
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- Spreadable Cheese
- Processed Cheese excl Spreadable
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- Packaged Hard Cheese
- Unpackaged Hard Cheese
- Soft Cheese
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- Dairy Only Flavoured Milk Drinks
- Flavoured Milk Drinks with Fruit Juice
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- Fat-free Fresh Milk
- Semi Skimmed Fresh Milk
- Full Fat Fresh Milk
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- Fat-free Shelf Stable Milk
- Semi Skimmed Shelf Stable Milk
- Full Fat Shelf Stable Milk
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- Goat Milk
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- Powder Milk
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- Sour Milk Products
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- Drinking Yoghurt
- Flavoured Yoghurt
- Plain Yoghurt
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- Chilled Dairy Desserts
- Shelf Stable Dairy Desserts
- Chilled Snacks
- Coffee Whiteners
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- Flavoured Condensed Milk
- Plain Condensed Milk
- Evaporated Milk
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- Cream
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- Flavoured Fromage Frais and Quark
- Plain Fromage Frais and Quark
- Savoury Fromage Frais and Quark
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- Soy Drinks
- Other Plant-based Milk
- Plant-based Yoghurt
- Plant-based Cheese
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