In January 2024, the referenced country saw a dramatic shift in its dairy trade dynamics, with dairy exports plummeting by 63.2% in volume to 38.2 million liters, despite a 52.4% increase in export value to US$26.3 million. The United Arab Emirates, the United States, Mexico, Colombia, and Peru were the top destinations, primarily for 'Other preparations based on dairy products' and condensed milk. Conversely, dairy imports soared by 61.6% in volume to 77.2 million liters and by 29.1% in value to US$44.1 million, with Argentina being the main supplier. This resulted in a negative trade balance, highlighting the country's growing reliance on imported dairy products.