In 2023, Italy imported 210 million kilograms of meat and poultry meat products. The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a declining trend. The imports are anticipated to decrease from 189.26 million kilograms in 2024 to 69.029 million kilograms in 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of 16.1% from 2024 to 2025, 19.0% from 2025 to 2026, 23.2% from 2026 to 2027, and 30.0% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is -20.3%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Economic factors influencing consumer purchasing power and demand within Italy.
- Potential shifts in government policies regarding import tariffs and regulations affecting meat imports.
- Evolving consumer preferences towards alternative proteins or local sourcing.
- Impact of global trade relationships and agreements on import volumes.
