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In terms of total pounds produced, a. What is America's leading cheese-producing state? b. What is Europe's leading cheese-producing country?

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a. WISCONSIN   b. FRANCE - general illustration
a. WISCONSIN b. FRANCE — general

It's no surprise that Wisconsin holds the top spot for cheese production in the United States, earning its nickname "America's Dairyland." The state's association with cheese dates back to the 19th century, and it has been the nation's leading producer since 1910. In 2023, Wisconsin produced a massive 3.51 billion pounds of cheese, which was over a billion pounds more than the second-place state, California. This output accounts for about a quarter of all cheese made in the U.S. An impressive 90% of the milk produced in Wisconsin is used to create hundreds of different cheese varieties.

When looking at the European continent, many people immediately think of France due to its incredible diversity of famous cheeses, with over 1,000 distinct types. While France is a cheese powerhouse with a rich tradition, producing 1.9 million tonnes, it is actually second in terms of total volume. The leading cheese producer in Europe by a significant margin is Germany. Germany consistently produces the highest quantity of cheese on the continent, manufacturing over 2.3 million tonnes annually.