Freshwater fish demand in Italy showed fluctuations between 2014 and 2023, peaking in 2015 with a notable year-on-year increase of 10.08%. The demand dropped sharply by 16.92% in 2020, likely influenced by external factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, but rebounded by 14.57% in 2021. The year-on-year growth for 2023 stood at 0.09%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years at 0.23%. For 2024 and beyond, the forecast indicates a very modest uptick, with a CAGR of 0.09% and an overall growth rate of 0.43% expected by 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of economic recovery on consumer purchasing power.
- Environmental and regulatory changes affecting fishing practices.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and locally sourced fish.
- Technological advancements in aquaculture and supply chain efficiency.
