In 2023, Italy's primary vegetable production was approximately 9 million metric tons. Looking forward to the forecast period from 2024 to 2028, a consistent decline is projected, with volumes decreasing from 8.73 million to 7.64 million metric tons. The year-on-year variation shows a steady downward trend, indicating pressures on production capacity. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is negative, further highlighting a shrinking industry.
Future trends to watch for include climate change impacts, evolving agricultural policies, and technological advances in farming practices, which may influence production volumes and mitigate the expected decline.
