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Value chain analysis of farmed rainbow trout in Italy. Summary report

Year of publication 2025

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 33

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Project

Synopsis (short abstract) The Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture Value Chains for the Mediterranean (SVC4MED) project, implemented by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) with financial support from the Italian Government, aimed to enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of wild shrimp and farmed rainbow trout value chains in the Mediterranean region.This policy brief highlights key findings from the farmed rainbow trout value chain analysis in Italy, summarizing a comprehensive study that assessed the sector’s economic, social, and environmental dimensions. The analysis drew on secondary data from statistical databases, primary data from interviews with industry stakeholders, field observations, and focus group discussions.The study provides policy recommendations and strategic actions to improve the efficiency, resilience, and sustainability of Italy’s farmed rainbow trout value chain, addressing challenges such as market fragmentation, weak vertical and horizontal integration, climate change impacts, and workforce shortages. These findings serve as a foundation for informed decision-making and sectoral improvements.

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