Key Market Indicators
Italian vegetable production is projected to reach approximately 13.7 million metric tons by 2028, marking a modest annual growth rate of 0.1% from its 2023 level of 13.7 million metric tons. The nation's output has shown a steady increase of 0.2% per year since 2019. In the global ranking of vegetable producers for 2023, Italy holds the 11th position. Spain has recently overtaken Italy with an equivalent production level of 13.7 million metric tons. Leading the pack are India, the United States, and Iran, occupying the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th spots respectively.