Forecast: Chicken Meat Production in Italy

Chicken meat production in Italy stood at 1,098 thousand metric tons in 2023. Over the last decade, production showed significant fluctuations, with the highest growth observed in 2015 and 2019, marking 5.4% and 8.48% respectively. Conversely, declines were noted in 2017 and 2018 with -1.51% and -3.36% respectively. Over the past five years (2019-2023), the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) averaged at 2.45%, indicating moderate but consistent growth. Moving forward, the forecasted data suggest a continuing upward trend, with production expected to reach 1,172.8 thousand metric tons by 2028. The anticipated CAGR from 2024-2028 is 1.04%, reflecting steady growth.

Future trends to watch for in the Italian chicken meat industry include advancements in sustainable farming practices, increased focus on organic chicken production, and potential impacts of regulatory changes in animal welfare and food safety standards. Additionally, fluctuations in consumer preferences towards alternative proteins might influence future production levels.