The Italian livestock sector is facing challenges such as a decrease in self-sufficiency to 40% compared to 2010, largely due to economic and policy factors, as highlighted in a study by ISMEA. Despite these challenges, there is strong domestic demand for Italian beef, with 92% of consumers regularly purchasing it. Serafino Cremonini, President of Assocarni, called for support for the sector, including measures to improve generational transition, address Blue Tongue disease, and revise the European animal transport regulation. He also stressed the need to open new international beef markets, including China, Korea, Japan, and the United States. Cremonini expressed gratitude for the support of Minister Lollobrigida and criticized the proposed European regulation on animal transport, urging for higher standards to prevent potential negative impacts on the Italian supply chain.