The non-processed cheese market in Italy exhibited significant growth from 83.14 Euros per capita in 2013 to 154.04 Euros in 2023. The years 2015 to 2016 saw a slight recovery before consistent annual increases, with notable jumps in 2020 and beyond. Year-on-year growth over the last two years indicates a positive trend, attributed to rising consumer demand and enhanced value perception. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years stands out, underscoring robust market expansion up to 2023.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential saturation or stabilization of per capita value as the market matures.
- Impact of health trends pushing shifts towards artisanal and organic non-processed cheeses.
- Influence of economic factors like inflation on consumer purchasing behavior in the cheese sector.
- Emphasis on sustainability and local sourcing potentially driving market dynamics.
