The import of live swine except pure-bred breeding, weighing less than 50 kg, into Italy, stood at 1.260 million in 2023. The forecast for 2024 shows an increase to 1.3051 million, continuing to rise steadily to 1.4469 million by 2028. This indicates a consistent year-on-year growth, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period projected at approximately 3.5%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential changes in trade regulations impacting swine imports.
- Shifts in consumer demand for pork affecting import volumes.
- Development of local breeding programs influencing dependency on imports.
