Globe artichokes market in Italy

Earlier Report Observations

In 2018, the market for fresh globe artichokes in Italy reached 392.2 thousand tons, supported by rising consumer trends such as veganism, interest in functional foods, and the popularity of Mediterranean cuisine, which increased demand for artichokes as a versatile ingredient. The market volume then experienced a slight stabilization, edging down to 390.6 thousand tons in 2019 and a more noticeable decline to 373.6 thousand tons in 2020.

A recovery followed in 2021 and 2022, with market volume climbing to 379.8 thousand tons and then 388.3 thousand tons. In value terms, the market saw significant increases, peaking at $832.5 million in 2022, indicating shifts in pricing or product mix during this period.

The market volume contracted to 375.7 thousand tons in 2023. This decline coincided with a reported sharp drop in fresh artichoke consumption in Italy, which fell by 29% compared to 2022. Concurrently, global investments in cold chain logistics and the growth of the fresh ready-meal market helped sustain demand for artichokes used in processed preparations.

Production globe artichokes in Italy

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Italy was the world's leading producer of globe artichokes from 2017 to 2020.

Top producers of globe artichokes, 2017-2020

World map of production of globe artichokes, 2017-2020

Italy's globe artichoke production declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, the country produced 367.1 thousand tons, marking a 3.1% decrease from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, production fell by 5.3%, with an average annual decline of 1.8%. The highest output was recorded in 2018 at 389.8 thousand tons, which saw a modest increase of 0.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Italy in kind, 2017-2020, K t

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In 2020, the value of Italy's globe artichoke production reached 694.8 million US dollars, down 1.1% from 2019. From 2017 to 2020, production value grew by 11.6%, averaging 3.7% per year. The lowest value was in 2018 at 570.2 million US dollars, while the peak occurred in 2019 at 702.7 million US dollars. The most significant drop was 8.4% in 2018, and the largest gain was 23.2% in 2019.

Annual dynamics of production in Italy in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports globe artichokes from Italy

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Italy's globe artichoke exports fell for the second consecutive year. In 2020, the country exported 4,370 tons, a 1.8% decrease year-on-year. Over the 2017-2020 span, exports dropped by 23.2%, with an average annual decline of 8.4%. The highest export volume was in 2018 at 6,324 tons, which saw an 11.2% increase. The sharpest decline was 29.7% in 2019.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, France and Germany were the primary destinations for Italy's globe artichoke exports in volume terms, while other markets played a smaller role.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Italy in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Italy's globe artichoke export value held steady at 8,272 thousand US dollars, showing no change from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, export value decreased by 9.4%, averaging a 3.2% annual decline. The lowest value was in 2019 at 8,252 thousand US dollars, and the highest was in 2018 at 9,250 thousand US dollars. The most notable drop was 10.8% in 2019, while the largest increase was 1.3% in 2018.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Italy in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, France, Germany, and Switzerland were the main destinations for Italy's globe artichoke exports in value terms, accounting for 47.8%, 28.4%, and 7.4% respectively. Together, they made up 83.7% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Italy in value, 2017-2020

Imports globe artichokes to Italy

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Italy's globe artichoke import volumes showed significant fluctuations, reflecting a volatile market. In 2020, imports totaled 10,876 tons, a sharp 33.0% drop from the previous year. The lowest volume was in 2018 at 8,751 tons, and the peak was in 2019 at 16,227 tons. The most dramatic decrease was 43.6% in 2018, while the largest rise was 85.4% in 2019, resulting in a 1.9-fold swing between these years.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Egypt, Tunisia, and France were the top sources for Italy's globe artichoke imports in volume terms, representing 44.2%, 34.8%, and 10.5% respectively. Combined, they accounted for 89.6% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Italy in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Italy's globe artichoke import value displayed an unstable trend over the period. In 2020, imports amounted to 13,789 thousand US dollars, down 27.9% from the previous year. The lowest value was in 2018 at 10,930 thousand US dollars, and the highest was in 2019 at 19,122 thousand US dollars. The steepest decline was 42.7% in 2018, while the biggest increase was 75.0% in 2019, leading to a 1.7-fold variation between these years.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Italy in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Egypt, Tunisia, and France were the largest suppliers of globe artichokes to Italy in value terms, with shares of 41.8%, 33.0%, and 14.1% respectively. Together, they constituted 88.9% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Italy in value, 2017-2020