In 2023, the sold production of cereal flours in Italy stood at approximately 805 million kilograms. The forecasts for the period from 2024 to 2028 show a steady increase in production volumes. Specifically, there is a projected growth of 2.89% from 2024 to 2025, and a 2.78% increase from 2025 to 2026. From 2026 to 2027, production is expected to rise by 2.68%, followed by another 2.58% increase from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year forecast period averages around 2.8%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impacts of climate change on cereal production.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards gluten-free or alternative grains.
- Technological advancements in agricultural practices.
- Economic factors influencing supply chain efficiencies and costs.
