The Center for Agricultural Economic Research (CAPA) forecasts average purchase prices for cow's milk and sheep's milk in Bulgaria for 2022 at BGN 0.79 / kg and BGN 1.58 / kg, respectively. Cow's milk prices are projected to rise to BGN 0.90 / kg by year-end due to increased production costs. However, the dairy sector remains profitable. Purchased milk in Bulgaria has risen by 5.4% in the first quarter, while EU purchased milk slightly decreased. Dairy prices in the EU are increasing due to rising costs. The Dutch Rabobank highlights uncertainty in the global dairy market due to insufficient supply, bad weather, and shrinking margins, influenced by global monetary policy and consumer inflation perceptions.