PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Premium formats and gut health trends set to support growth
Sales of yoghurt and sour milk products are projected to grow steadily over the forecast period in value and volume terms, driven by shifting priorities toward health optimisation, convenience, and premiumisation. As wellness remains a central theme in food choices, products offering nutritional functionality such as high protein content and gut-health benefits are becoming core category drivers.
Yoghurt innovation set to continue as families seek nourishment and transparency
As shoppers increasingly seek out foods that support both physical and mental wellbeing, brands are responding with innovations that align with these evolving priorities. Natural formulations are gaining traction, as consumers become more ingredient-conscious and wary of artificial additives.
Single-serve formats and category blurring expand yoghurt’s role in daily diets
A notable trend shaping the category is the continued demand for portable, convenience-driven formats such as yoghurt pouches and pots with integrated spoons. These products are increasingly visible in the chillers of convenience retailers, catering to both adults and children seeking accessible nutrition outside the home.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products industry in United Kingdom 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.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to a comprehensive range of core packaged food categories.
If you're in the Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products industry in United Kingdom, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products in United Kingdom 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 Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products in United Kingdom?
- Which are the leading brands in Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products in United Kingdom?
- How are products distributed in Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products in United Kingdom?
- 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 Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products?
- How significant are vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements in determining sales growth in United Kingdom?
- 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?
Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products in the United Kingdom - Category analysis
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Sour milk products the standout category in 2025 as consumers look for naturally healthy options
Danone leads as functional innovation gains ground while Arla sees strong showing
Supermarkets lead as online platforms expand their reach
Premium formats and gut health trends set to support growth
Yoghurt innovation set to continue as families seek nourishment and transparency
Single-serve formats and category blurring expand yoghurt’s role in daily diets
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DISCLAIMER
Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products
This is the aggregation of sour milk products and yoghurt. Note: Plant-based yoghurt and sour milk products should be excluded from this category and tracked under plant-based yoghurt.
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