The fresh pork carcasses and half-carcasses market in Italy shows a declining trend from 243.63 million kilograms in 2024 to 202.16 million kilograms by 2028. This indicates a noticeable year-on-year decrease, with significant reductions such as 4.31% from 2024 to 2025. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period (2024-2028) reveals an annual average decline, emphasizing a shrinking market in terms of volume. In 2023, the market volume was higher, accentuating the downturn that will occur in the subsequent years.
Future trends to watch for in the Italian fresh pork carcasses market include:
- Consumer preferences shifting towards alternative protein sources.
- Regulatory and environmental changes impacting meat production.
- Economic factors influencing consumer purchasing power, affecting demand for pork products.