Preliminary data from the European Commission shows that in September, the average price of raw milk in the EU decreased compared to August and September of the previous year. However, the price trend varied among member states, with some countries experiencing stable prices. There were also changes in raw milk prices in individual countries compared to August and the previous year. The decrease in milk production due to heat in August may have influenced the stabilization of prices in some European countries, and the demand for certain dairy products has remained active. The future rise in milk prices may lead to a reduction in the number of cows in EU member states, as Europe produces more milk than its population consumes and faces limited demand in export markets like China. This could result in European farmers taking drastic measures to ensure profitability and meet real demand for milk production and processing.