Based on the provided data, the year-on-year variations in maize harvested production in Italy are as follows:
- 2024 vs. 2025: (4.66 - 4.94) / 4.94 ≈ -5.67%
- 2025 vs. 2026: (4.38 - 4.66) / 4.66 ≈ -6.01%
- 2026 vs. 2027: (4.1 - 4.38) / 4.38 ≈ -6.39%
- 2027 vs. 2028: (3.82 - 4.1) / 4.1 ≈ -6.83%
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is calculated as follows:
CAGR = [(3.82 / 4.94)^(1/4) - 1] ≈ -6.17%
Future trends to watch include climate change impacts, agricultural policy changes, and advancements in farming technology, all of which could influence maize production in Italy.