Fish farming production in Italy has seen fluctuating trends over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, there was a general increase, peaking in 2017 at 156.63 thousand metric tons. However, from 2018 onwards, a decline ensued with production dropping to 125.94 thousand metric tons forecasted by 2028. In 2023, production stood at 133.91 thousand metric tons. While there was a short-lived increase of 15.96% in 2021, yearly dips of 7.07% in 2022 and 1.21% in 2023 indicated a continued downward trend. The 5-year CAGR from 2019 to 2023 was -1.58%, and forecasted 5-year CAGR up to 2028 is -0.98%.
Key future trends to watch:
- Technological advancements in aquaculture
- Regulatory changes impacting production practices
- Environmental sustainability efforts
- Fluctuations in market demand and consumer preferences
