Italy’s harvested area for subtropical and tropical fruits has shown notable variance from 2015 to 2023, originally declining but surging dramatically in 2020. In 2023, the harvested area stood at 39.32 thousand hectares, indicating a modest 2.45% increase from the previous year. From 2021 to 2023, the average year-on-year growth was 2.45%. Over the last five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) was 6.39%.
The forecast from 2024 to 2028 predicts continued growth, though at a slower pace, with a forecasted CAGR of 1.28%, leading to 42.61 thousand hectares by 2028. Consequently, the 5-year forecast growth rate is expected to be 6.58%.
Future trends to watch for include continued adaptation to climate change, shifts in consumer preferences toward tropical fruits, and potential changes in agricultural policies that could impact the harvested area. Monitoring technological advancements in farming techniques will also be critical for sustaining growth.
