Italian tourism and agricultural sector developments

Italy is experiencing strategic developments across its hospitality, tourism, and agricultural sectors.

In the hospitality and tourism industries, professional development and recruitment are being prioritized. The ABI Professional XI National Convention in Agrigento is focusing on professionalism and the human element of guest experiences. Additionally, the Career & Connect event in Rimini aims to connect professionals with major companies, including Hilton Italy and MSC Cruises, to fill various roles for 2027. The wedding tourism sector is also expanding, with the BMII event in Rome scheduled for November to connect international buyers with Italian hospitality and experiential tourism providers.

Culinary traditions continue to be promoted through regional events, such as the ‘Acetaie Aperte’ in Modena to showcase traditional balsamic vinegar and rice-focused tours in the Lomellina region. The Consorzio di tutela della mozzarella di bufala campana Dop is also concluding its ‘Seminari Dop’ series with a book presentation in Caserta.

In the food and agricultural sectors, structural hurdles remain. The rice industry continues to struggle with climate change and competition from Southeast Asian imports, prompting calls for improved water management and technological investment. Meanwhile, in Sardinia, stakeholders have signed the ‘Patto di Nuraminis’ to revitalize the durum wheat and bread carasau supply chain, aiming to reverse a significant decline in cultivated surfaces.