Beer Area

produzione birra italiana

Italian beer: structural consolidation and competitive challenges

The brewing sector remains one of the most interesting sectors in the national agri-food landscape, making a significant contribution to the Italian economy despite its dependence on imports for raw materials (hops, in particular). According to the most recent data, national beer production reached 17.2 million hectoliters in 2024. Although a slight decline of 1.3%…

Francesco Licciardo, CREA-PB, Katya Carbone, CREA-OFA
birra e socialità

Beer and Horeca: a driver of growth for Italian social life

The Italian beer sector enters 2026 with a renewed awareness: although volumes do not yet show full momentum, the supply chain now has stronger foundations and development potential that requires immediate attention. Beer is not just a product: it is an economic, cultural and social pillar of our country and an essential element of the…

Federico Sannella, President AssoBirra

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