The forecast for the sold production of whey in Italy from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase, starting from €354.36 million in 2024 to €417.48 million in 2028. In 2023, the actual figure stood at €339.50 million. The year-on-year growth rates are 4.52% from 2024 to 2025, 4.28% from 2025 to 2026, 4.07% from 2026 to 2027, and 3.87% from 2027 to 2028. Over the five-year forecast period, this reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 4.03%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential changes in consumer preferences towards protein-rich diets, which might drive higher demand for whey products.
Fluctuations in global dairy production that could impact supply and pricing.
Regulatory changes within the European Union affecting dairy production and trade.
Opportunities for Italian producers to innovate with value-added whey products to maintain competitive advantage.