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European cheese prices hold firm in February, defying seasonal correction expectations

18-02-2026

Jasper Endlich

European cheese markets have gained ground through February, defying the price correction that many market participants had anticipated. With EU Gouda and Mozzarella both trading at approximately €3,300/mt, the market floor is proving firmer than expected, and that has started to shift buyer behaviour. Gouda Gouda prices have moved up since the start of February, […]

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