Based on the forecasted data, Italy's import of pears and quinces is projected to decline from 2024 to 2028, with quantities reducing from 49.594 million kilograms to 36.143 million kilograms, indicating a negative year-on-year trend. The annual decrease in imports is approximately 6.5% over this period. In 2023, the actual import stood at 53 million kilograms, marking a significant decline over the forecasted years.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential changes in consumer preferences affecting pear and quince demand.
- Influences of climate change on domestic production, impacting import needs.
- Trade policy shifts or economic factors that could alter import dynamics.
