In 2023, Italy imported 17 million kilograms of prepared or preserved mushrooms. Starting from this baseline, the forecast for 2024 projects import growth to 17.396 million kilograms, marking a 2.3% year-on-year increase. This upward trend continues annually: 2025 sees a 1.5% rise, followed by a 1.4% increase in 2026, another 1.4% in 2027, and a final 1.4% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 1.6%.

Future trends to watch:

Potential shifts in consumer preference for fresh versus preserved mushrooms could impact import volumes.
Supply chain shifts triggered by geopolitical or economic changes might alter importing dynamics and costs.
Regulatory changes in food safety or import standards could affect sourcing and increase scrutiny on import quality.