The harvested area for chicory and lettuce in Germany has exhibited notable volatility from 2013 through 2023, with an overall decline. The early years saw minor fluctuations until 2017, when the area peaked at 15.1 thousand hectares. Subsequently, there was a sharp drop by 48.33% in 2018. From 2019 to 2023, the year-on-year variation persisted in a downward trajectory. In 2023, the harvested area stood at 6.45 thousand hectares, a significant decline from previous years. The last five-year CAGR reflects a -6.35% decline, indicating consistent shrinkage.
Looking ahead, forecasts suggest a continued decrease in the harvested area through 2028. The forecasted five-year CAGR indicates an average yearly decline of -6.35%, culminating in a -27.96% drop by 2028, reaching 4.33 thousand hectares.
Future trends to watch for include climate change impacts, shifts in market demand, technological advancements in cultivation, and economic policies influencing agricultural practices. Adjustments in these factors could alter the forecast projections significantly.
