As of 2023, Italy's chickpeas gross production stood at approximately 28.94 million US dollars PPP. Starting from 2024, the forecasted values depict a steady upward trend, with a yearly increase of approximately 4% to 5% in gross production value. Over the five-year forecast horizon (2024–2028), there is an observed Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 3%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of climate change on agricultural yield, potentially influencing production volumes and prices.
- Trade policies affecting the import and export dynamics of chickpeas, which could alter market supply and demand.
- Consumer demand shifts towards plant-based proteins, potentially driving higher production levels.
