The import of fresh or chilled bone-in bovine cuts to Italy is expected to see a gradual decline from 163.04 million kilograms in 2024 to 152.9 million kilograms in 2028. In recent years, from 2023 onwards, there has been a consistent annual decrease of approximately -1.62% in import volume on a year-on-year basis. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the five-year period leading up to 2028 indicates an average annual decrease of about -1.6%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Changes in Italian consumer preferences potentially reducing beef consumption.
- Global trade policies and tariffs influencing import quantities.
- Expansion of alternative protein sources impacting traditional meat imports.
