Italy's GDP growth is being driven by a record increase in Made in Italy agri-food exports, which rose by +23.1% in June and are estimated to be worth 50 billion in 2021. The country's economy depends heavily on the agri-food sector, which accounts for 25% of its GDP and employs 4 million people. Italy is a leading European producer of rice, durum wheat, wine, and many Mediterranean vegetables and fruits. Demand for Made in Italy products has grown as the vaccination campaign progresses and restaurants have reopened, with the United States, Germany, France, Russia, and China being major customers.