As of 2023, the sold production of milk and cream in Italy, with a fat content exceeding 6% but not exceeding 21% in immediate packings exceeding 2 liters, stood at 1.43 billion kilograms. The forecasted data shows an upward trend: 2024 is expected to reach 1.78 billion kilograms, marking a 24.5% increase from 2023. By 2028, production is forecasted to climb to 3.21 billion kilograms, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of roughly 15.6% from 2024 to 2028.

Future trends to watch include:

Increasing consumer demand for high-fat content dairy products potentially driving production growth.
Technological advancements in dairy processing and packaging that may influence production volumes and efficiency.
Regulatory changes affecting the dairy industry, specifically targeting fat content and packaging regulations.
Shifts in dietary trends which may impact consumer preferences and consequently, production demand.