Key Market Indicators
Saint Lucia's fruit production is projected to decline to approximately 17,600 metric tons by 2028, down from around 24,500 metric tons in 2023. This represents an average annual decrease of 5.2%. Historically, Saint Lucia's fruit supply has been on a downward trend, with an annual decrease of 5.6% since 1966. The nation ranked 153rd in global fruit production in 2023, a position overtaken by Ireland, which produced 24,500 metric tons. On the global stage, India, Brazil, and Mexico held the second, third, and fourth spots, respectively, in fruit production rankings.
