Italy’s most beloved culinary symbol continues to conquer international markets, confirming its extraordinary importance to the country’s economy, culture, and identity. As the world celebrated the 28th edition of World Pasta Day on October 25, 2026, new industry figures highlighted the remarkable strength of Italian pasta production and its enduring popularity worldwide.
In 2025, Italy produced approximately 4.2 million metric tons of pasta, an increase of 0.8% over the previous year. Worldwide production reached 17.3 million tons, meaning that nearly one-quarter of all pasta manufactured globally came from Italy. Turkey ranked second with 2.04 million tons, followed by the United States with 2 million tons and Egypt with 1.5 million.
