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2026 Developments
In 2026, dairy products and alternatives in Argentina is expected to achieve a strong rebound, with retail value sales up 35% in current value terms to ARS13,106,516 million, although this growth largely mirrors a high inflation rate of 31%. The market is expected to demonstrate significant potential, supported by a population of 45,751 million and modest real GDP growth of 3%, but constrained real wages and consumer purchasing power continue to limit per capita intake, which creates an environment where affordability and innovation are paramount. The combination of health-driven product development, such as protein-enriched yoghurts and milk, and the rapid expansion of digital and proximity-focused retail channels, positions dairy products and alternatives as an attractive space for growth, provided that companies adapt to changing consumer priorities by emphasising value, functional benefits and agility in distribution. To succeed, brands should focus on scalable innovation in high-protein and wellness-focused lines, deploy affordability strategies through larger pack sizes and aggressive promotions, and leverage both retail e-commerce and partnerships with small local grocer to maintain relevance with price-sensitive and health-conscious shoppers amid intensifying competition and evolving channel dynamics.
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Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Dairy Products and Alternatives industry in Argentina 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 Dairy Products and Alternatives industry in Argentina, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Dairy Products and Alternatives in Argentina 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 Argentina?
- Which are the leading brands in Dairy Products and Alternatives in Argentina?
- How are products distributed in Dairy Products and Alternatives in Argentina?
- 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 Argentina?
- 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 Argentina
2026 Developments
Key Data Insights
Chart 1 Key Industry Trends for Dairy Products and Alternatives
Macroeconomic Factors Drive Sales Recovery
Yogurt Leads Dairy Driven by Health and Wellness Concerns
Exclusive Online Deals Attract Price-Sensitive Shoppers
Chart 2 Cheaper Options and Discounts Sustain Demand
Chart 3 Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 4 Value Sales by Category 2026
Economic Recovery and Health and Wellness Set to Drive Growth
Chart 5 Analyst Insight for Dairy Products and Alternatives
Plant-Based Dairy Set to Surge as Functional Innovation Accelerates
Chart 6 Forecast Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 7 Forecast Value Sales by Category 2026-2031
Mastellone Maintains Lead Despite Share Erosion
Saputo Exits as Gloria Foods Enters and Innovation Intensifies
Chart 8 Company Shares 2026
Chart 9 Brand Shares 2026
Small Local Grocers Capture Everyday Dairy Spending as Shoppers Seek Proximity and Price
Pedidos Ya and Mercado Libre Boost Online Dairy with Exclusive Offers
Imported Brands and Direct Sourcing Reshape Modern Retail as Consumers Shift Habits
Chart 10 Retail Channels 2021-2026
La Serenísima and Las Tres Niñas Expand to Capture Wellness Demand
Chart 11 Las Tres Niñas Offers Cost-Efficient Nutrition
Accessible Innovation Drives High-Protein Dairy Options
Chart 12 Economic Context for Dairy Products and Alternatives
Chart 13 Real Gdp Growth 2021-2031
Chart 14 Inflation 2021-2031
Chart 15 Consumer Context for Dairy Products and Alternatives
Chart 16 Population 2021-2031
Chart 17 Population by Generation 2026
Chart 18 Consumer Expenditure 2021-2031
Baby Food in Argentina
Key Data Insights
Baby Food Summary
Chart 19 Key Industry Trends for Baby Food
Milk Formula Leads Sales with Functional and Affordable Choices
Rising Dairy Pricing Spurs Price Consciousness among Consumers
Chart 20 Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 21 Value Sales by Category 2026
Declining Birth Rates Set to Challenge Growth in Baby Food
Chart 22 Analyst Insight for Baby Food
Innovation in Milk Formula Expected to Offset Demographic Headwinds
Chart 23 Forecast Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 24 Forecast Value Sales by Category 2026-2031
Nutricia-Bagó Consolidates Lead as Rivals Shift Strategy
Chart 25 Company Shares 2026
Chart 26 Brand Shares 2026
Pharmacies Maintain Dominance as Supermarkets Lose Ground
Retailers Leverage Promotions as Retail E-Commerce Accelerates
Chart 27 Retail Channels 2021-2026
Nutricia Bagó Leverages Life-Stage Focus to Drive Premiumisation
Chart 28 Brands Focus on Stage-Specific Nutrition
Adecoagro Targets Value-Orientated Families with Affordable Milk Formula
Premium and Value Positioning Reshape Competition in Milk Formula
Chart 29 Economic Context for Baby Food
Chart 30 Real Gdp Growth 2020-2030
Chart 31 Inflation 2020-2030
Chart 32 Consumer Context for Baby Food
Chart 33 Population 2020-2030
Chart 34 Consumer Expenditure 2020-2030
Chart 35 Population by Generation 2025
Butter and Spreads in Argentina
Key Data Insights
Butter and Spreads Summary
Conaprole Gains Shelf Space as Supermarkets Introduce Imports to Attract Shoppers
Chart 36 Imported Brands Intensify Competition
Brands Drive Value Growth with Discounts and Exclusive Online Promotions
Chart 37 Promotion and Discounts Boost Sales
Chart 38 Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 39 Value Sales by Category 2026
Mastellone and Lactalis to Accelerate Product Launches
Modern Retailers to Expand Premium Imports and Shape Consumer Expectations
Chart 40 Forecast Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 41 Forecast Value Sales by Category 2026-2031
Arcor and Danone Consolidate Leadership as Operational Shifts Reshape Competition
Arcor and Danone’S Acquisition Unlocks New Growth Pathways
Chart 42 Company Shares 2026
Chart 43 Brand Shares 2026
Small Local Grocers Win Shoppers as Supermarkets Lose Ground
Pedidos Ya and Rapi Drive Retail E-Commerce Growth with Exclusive Deals
Chart 44 Retail Channels 2021-2026
Chart 45 Economic Context for Butter and Spreads
Chart 46 Real Gdp Growth 2020-2030
Chart 47 Inflation 2020-2030
Chart 48 Consumer Context for Butter and Spreads
Chart 49 Population 2020-2030
Chart 50 Consumer Expenditure 2020-2030
Chart 51 Population by Generation 2025
Cheese in Argentina
Key Data Insights
Cheese Summary
Chart 52 Key Industry Trends for Cheese
Hard Cheese Maintains Lead as Price Promotions Drive Recovery
Imported Brands Fuel Spreadable Cheese’S Comeback
Resurgence of Cottage Cheese Taps into High-Protein Wellness
Chart 53 Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 54 Value Sales by Category 2026
Price-Sensitivity to Fuel Innovation and Promotions in Cheese
Chart 55 Analyst Insight for Cheese
Health-Focused Launches to Reshape Demand for Soft and Spreadable Cheese
Chart 56 Forecast Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 57 Forecast Value Sales by Category 2026-2031
Mastellone Maintains Lead through Brand Equity and Established Distribution
Arcor and Danone Reshape Cheese in Argentina with Mastellone Acquisition
Chart 58 Company Shares 2026
Chart 59 Brand Shares 2026
Small Local Grocers Maintain Distribution Dominance as Fiambrerías Thrive
Pedidosya and Rapi Accelerate Retail E-Commerce Growth with Targeted Offers
Chart 60 Retail Channels 2021-2026
Finlandia Reshapes Consumer Expectations with Sustainable Line
Chart 61 Packaging Innovation Becomes a Key Competitive Tool
Wapi’S Taps into High-Protein Demand with Cottage Cheese Launch
Chart 62 Cottage Cheese Caters to Wellness-Focused Consumers
Packaging and Protein Innovation Accelerates Competition
Chart 63 Economic Context for Cheese
Chart 64 Real Gdp Growth 2021-2031
Chart 65 Inflation 2021-2031
Chart 66 Consumer Context for Cheese
Chart 67 Population 2021-2031
Chart 68 Population by Generation 2026
Chart 69 Consumer Expenditure 2021-2031
Drinking Milk Products in Argentina
Key Data Insights
Drinking Milk Products Summary
Shelf Stable Milk Gains Traction
Chart 70 Protein-Enriched Milk Drives Innovation
Adecoagro and Mastellone Drive Innovation with Protein-Enriched Launches
Chart 71 Dessert Flavours Drive Innovation
Chart 72 Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 73 Value Sales by Category 2026
Shifts in Consumer Preferences and Lifestyles Set to Pose Challenge to Milk
Improving Purchasing Power to Prompt Shift to Premium and Functional Milk
Chart 74 Forecast Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 75 Forecast Value Sales by Category 2026-2031
Mastellone Maintains Lead as Adecoagro Shifts to Branded Strategy
Arcor and Danone Consolidate Leadership with Mastellone Acquisition
Chart 76 Company Shares 2026
Chart 77 Brand Shares 2026
Small Local Grocers Boost Sales by Expanding Affordable Brands
Pedidos Ya and Rapi Drive Rapid Gains in E-Commerce Share
Chart 78 Retail Channels 2021-2026
Chart 79 Economic Context for Drinking Milk Products
Chart 80 Real Gdp Growth 2021-2031
Chart 81 Inflation 2021-2031
Chart 82 Consumer Context for Drinking Milk Products
Chart 83 Population 2021-2031
Chart 84 Population by Generation 2026
Chart 85 Consumer Expenditure 2021-2031
Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products in Argentina
Key Data Insights
Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products Summary
Yoghurt Brands Accelerate Wellness-Led Launches to Attract Fitness-Focused Consumers
Cencosud and Coto Introduce Imported Brands to Drive Assortment Innovation
Protein-Focused Launches Reposition Yoghurt for Active Lifestyles
Chart 86 Protein Innovation Transforms Yoghurt
Chart 87 Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 88 Value Sales by Category 2026
Danone to Leverage Innovation as Imports Intensify Competition
Plain Yoghurt Set to Outpace Other Products as Consumers Seek Versatility
Ageing Population to Prompt Brands to Target Adults with Functional Benefits
Chart 89 Forecast Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 90 Forecast Value Sales by Category 2026-2031
Danone Secures Dominance as Rivals Focus on Plain and Protein Launches
Chart 91 Company Shares 2026
Chart 92 Brand Shares 2026
Small Local Grocers Attract Shoppers as Price Gaps Narrow
Pedidos Ya and Rapi Drive Online Growth with Exclusive Offers
Coto and Disco Boost Appeal with Direct Imports and Wider Ranges
Chart 93 Retail Channels 2021-2026
Chart 94 Economic Context for Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products
Chart 95 Real Gdp Growth 2021-2031
Chart 96 Inflation 2021-2031
Chart 97 Consumer Context for Yoghurt and Sour Milk Products
Chart 98 Population 2021-2031
Chart 99 Population by Generation 2026
Chart 100 Consumer Expenditure 2021-2031
Other Dairy in Argentina
Key Data Insights
Other Dairy Summary
Chilled and Shelf Stable Desserts Lead Growth through Aggressive Promotions and Discounts
Danone and Mastellone Capture Value-Seeking Consumers with Affordable Innovation
Chart 101 Companies Launch Pistachio Variants to Attract Consumers
Chart 102 Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 103 Value Sales by Category 2026
Brands to Target Teenagers and Adults with Functional Dessert Launches
Chilled and Shelf Stable Desserts to Hold Leadership as Lactose-Free Options Rise
Pistachio Flavour Launches to Drive Premiumisation and Social Media Engagement
Chart 104 Forecast Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 105 Forecast Value Sales by Category 2026-2031
Arcor and Danone Consolidate Leadership with Mastellone Acquisition and Viral Launches
Nestlé Argentina Targets Next Generation Consumers
Chart 106 Company Shares 2026
Chart 107 Brand Shares 2026
Small Local Grocers Capture Essential Spending as Consumers Seek Value
Retail E-Commerce Attracts Bargain Hunters with Aggressive Online Promotions
Chart 108 Retail Channels 2021-2026
Chart 109 Economic Context for Other Dairy
Chart 110 Real Gdp Growth 2021-2031
Chart 111 Inflation 2021-2031
Chart 112 Consumer Context for Other Dairy
Chart 113 Population 2021-2031
Chart 114 Population by Generation 2026
Chart 115 Consumer Expenditure 2021-2031
Plant-Based Dairy in Argentina
Key Data Insights
Plant-Based Dairy Summary
Pampa Vida Shifts Consumer Focus with Protein-Enriched Launches
Chart 116 Protein Innovation Transforms Plant-Based Milk
Functional Nutrition Fuels Plant-Based Protein Products
Chart 117 Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 118 Value Sales by Category 2026
Price-Sensitive Shoppers to Limit Product and Flavour Innovation
Health-Driven Consumers to Boost Protein-Enriched Options
Economic Stabilisation and Urban Income Recovery to Drive Niche Growth
Chart 119 Forecast Value Sales 2021-2031
Chart 120 Forecast Value Sales by Category 2026-2031
Coca-Cola Argentina Sustains Dominance as Smaller Brands Exit
Strategic Moves Reshape Argentina’S Dairy Players
Chart 121 Company Shares 2026
Chart 122 Brand Shares 2026
Small Local Grocers Expand Reach as Supermarkets and Hypermarkets Lose Ground
Promotions and Direct Channels Fuel Retail E-Commerce Acceleration
Chart 123 Retail Channels 2021-2026
Chart 124 Economic Context for Plant-Based Dairy
Chart 125 Real Gdp Growth 2021-2031
Chart 126 Inflation 2021-2031
Chart 127 Consumer Context for Plant-Based Dairy
Chart 128 Population 2021-2031
Chart 129 Population by Generation 2026
Chart 130 Consumer Expenditure 2021-2031
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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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