In 2023, pigmeat slaughterings in Italy stood at 10.3 million units. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicate a steady decline. The year-on-year variation shows a 1.8% decrease from 2024 to 2025, a 1.8% decrease from 2025 to 2026, and a 1.7% decrease from 2026 to 2027, followed by a 1.8% decrease from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is a decline of 1.71%.
Trends to watch for in the future include shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative proteins, increased regulatory measures, and potential impacts of climate change on livestock production. Observing these factors could provide insights into further fluctuations in pigmeat demand and supply dynamics.
