The Italian market for meat and poultry meat products has demonstrated steady growth over the past decade. In 2023, the market size was reported at 2.5473 billion kilograms, reflecting a modest year-on-year increase of 2.27%. The past five years reveal an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.34%. Notably, the last two years showed significant variations, with a 6.89% increase in 2022, following a slight reduction in the preceding years.

Looking ahead to 2028, the market is forecasted to grow at a 1.62% CAGR, reaching a total increase of 8.39% over this period. Future trends to monitor include:

Increasing consumer demand for organic and locally sourced meat products.
A shift towards plant-based and alternative proteins as dietary preferences evolve.
Technological advancements improving supply chain efficiency and sustainability.