The forecast for vegetable imports to Italy shows a steady increase in per capita consumption from 0.027 metric tons in 2024 to 0.029 metric tons by 2028. The growth rate is moderate, with a year-on-year increase of about 3.7% in 2025 and maintaining similar growth rates through 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is estimated at approximately 1.8% annually.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on local agriculture, shifts in dietary preferences towards plant-based diets, and changes in trade policies or economic conditions that might affect import volumes.
