On 18 February, Arla reported record results for 2025, achieving its highest milk intake, earnings and revenue to date. In Sweden, revenue rose by 16.2 per cent, although the year remained challenging, said Cecilia Kocken
At group level, Arla’s total revenue increased to €15.1 billion, driven by a historically high milk intake of 14.3 billion kilograms. Net profit reached €415 million. The average price paid to farmer-owners was 56.4 euro cents per kilogram of milk, underlining a strong year for cooperative members.
Arla Sweden’s revenue rose by 16.2 per cent (3.6) to €1,849 million in 2025, compared with €1,592 million in 2024. Growth was primarily driven by higher price levels in grocery retail and foodservice, reflecting a strong milk price for farmers as well as increased packaging fees and higher on-farm sustainability costs. A stronger Swedish krona also made a positive contribution.
However, economic uncertainty, continued consumer price sensitivity and rising imports led to a 2.9 per cent (2.0) decline in branded volumes, despite some recovery in the second half of the year. The downturn was most evident in spreads and hard cheese, where imports from Finland, Norway and Germany intensified competition.
By contrast, demand for protein-rich products such as KESO® cottage cheese, quark and Arla Protein grew strongly, reflecting changing consumer preferences.
Cecilia Kocken, Managing Director of Arla Sweden, said:
- The Swedish market remained challenging throughout 2025, with ongoing price pressure and increased imports. Nevertheless, we are seeing stable underlying demand and particularly strong growth in our protein portfolio. We continue to strengthen our competitiveness through innovation and relevant consumer offerings, while accelerating the green transition on farms.
She added:
- Confidence in Swedish milk production remains strong, with new members joining and milk intake increasing. However, stable framework conditions and long-term profitability are essential to sustain this momentum. Every time consumers choose products from farmer-owned cooperatives, they directly support Swedish farmers and the country’s food resilience. Our investments in Linköping and Falkenberg demonstrate how these choices enable continued investment and reinforce Swedish milk production over the long term.