Despite geopolitical conflicts and ongoing trade wars, Italy’s agri-food exports have set a new all-time record. In 2025, total exports reached nearly €73 billion, marking a 5% increase compared to the previous year.
The figures emerge from an analysis based on data from Istat, confirming Italian food and beverage products as a strategic asset for the national economy and one of the country’s most recognized and appreciated global symbols.
GERMANY IS THE ITALIAN F&B TOP IMPORTER
Germany remains the leading destination market for Italian agri-food products, with exports totaling €11.2 billion in 2025. France has climbed into second place, surpassing the United States, with €7.9 billion in imports. Exports to the United States were significantly affected by tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. According to the analysis, the duties effectively wiped out growth recorded in previous years, resulting in a 5% decline and bringing total exports to €7.5 billion. The United Kingdom ranks fourth, with €4.9 billion in imports of Italian agri-food products. Exports to China are on the rise, exceeding €670 million, while shipments to Russia remain stable at €680 million, although still impacted by embargoes and sanctions.
TARGET: €100 BILLION BY 2030
According to the Italian farmers’ association Coldiretti, the sector has all the potential to maintain its growth trajectory and reach €100 billion in exports by 2030. The organization emphasizes the need to strengthen transparency and internationalization policies to increase economic returns for the national system. “The first step must be the introduction of mandatory origin labeling at the European level for each Member State,” Coldiretti states, “along with a revision of the current customs code.”
With robust demand across Europe and resilient performance in key international markets, Italian agri-food continues to consolidate its role as a pillar of the country’s export-driven economy.