Ekonomické souvislosti vývoje mlékárenství v ČR

GEROČOVÁ, L.: Economic context of development of the dairy industry in CR. Mendel University in Brno, 2014. Master thesis. This diploma thesis deals with the development of economic relations in the dairy sector in Czech Republic. Text contributes to a deeper understanding of the factors that shape the business environment of agribusiness in a globalizing context and assesses these general trends in the dairy industry. Generally, milk production has decreased, as well as there was a significant reduction in the number of dairy cows. Consumption of dairy products in recent years is slightly increasing. Analysis of the demand-oriented approach shows insufficient adaptation of domestic production with consumer requirements. This creates space for the import of processed products with higher added value. There is a growing positive balance of international trade in milk and the negative balance in cheese and butter. The development of price levels shows that dairy producers is within the verticals in difficult position, when the price margin is pushed by power position of retailers. Economic analysis of the sample firms indicates a positive development of the dairy industry. Comparison of findings through interviews with representatives of Madeta and Moravia Lacto suggests conclusions from the view of the similarities and differences in orientations and business strategies. Analysis of sector and companies economic indicators shows considerable volatility in the last decade. The future development will be crucial by using opportunities, ability to respond to global changes in population and demand, changes in the market price and, ultimately, the focus and instruments of the Common Agricultural Policy