In Italy, the market size of processed tuna, skipjack, and Atlantic bonito, whole or in pieces, shows a gradual upward trend over recent years, reaching 88.706 million kilograms in 2023. The year-on-year growth has been stable, with a 1.52% increase from 2022 to 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years was 2.27%, indicating a steady increase in demand.
Future trends to watch for in this market include:
- Potential impacts of sustainability and environmental concerns on sourcing and consumer purchasing behavior.
- Technological advancements in processing that might influence the market dynamics.
- Changes in health trends could shift consumer preferences towards or away from processed fish products.
