Key Market Indicators
Canadian consumption of peppers is expected to remain stable in the coming years, with demand estimated to reach 7 million metric tons by 2026. This follows a period of steady demand since 2017. Meanwhile, Canadian production is set to increase by 1.1% year on year, reaching 72,150 metric tons by 2026. This follows a downward trend since 1966, when production decreased by 0.4% year on year. In 2021, Canada ranked 38th in total pepper production, with Oman ahead at 67,440 metric tons. Mexico, Indonesia, and Spain ranked second, third, and fourth, respectively.