The forecast for Italian imports of fresh or chilled whole herring shows a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, starting at approximately 350 thousand USD and reaching around 391 thousand USD. The year-on-year growth rate is consistent at around 3% over these years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 2.8%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and locally sourced seafood impacting herring demand.
- Fluctuations in global herring supply and potential trade agreements influencing import volumes.
- Economic factors, including currency fluctuations and economic growth in Italy, affecting import costs and volumes.