For some years now, salami has steadily shown the best export growth trends within Italy’s cured meats. Credit is due to the opening of the USA market, but also to this product’s ability to interpret new consumption styles, starting with appetizers and other occasions for conviviality.

According to data from Assica (the association that brings together Italy’s meat-food industries), in 2022 (ending May 1) turnover related to global exports of cured sausages and salami reached 187.8 million euros, up +12.4 percent compared to the same period last year. Once again, more than any other Italian deli meat sector. Exported volumes rose to 17,742 tons, up +11.4 percent.