The sheep and goats production in Italy is forecasted to decline steadily from 2024 to 2028, with a year-on-year decrease of approximately 1.58% between 2024 and 2025, and 1.59% from 2025 to 2026. By 2028, the production is expected to fall to 49.87 thousand metric tons from the 2023 level of 54.01 thousand metric tons. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is approximately -1.65%, indicating a consistent downward trend.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from climate change, evolving European agricultural policies, and shifts in domestic and international demand for sheep and goat products. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for stakeholders in the agricultural sector.
