The Philippine demand for lemons and limes stood at 13.20 thousand metric tons in 2023. According to the forecasted data, demand is set to rise significantly over the next five years, with values reaching 16.07 thousand metric tons by 2028. This indicates a steady year-on-year growth rate ranging from approximately 4.4% to 4.9% during the period from 2025 to 2028, resulting in a five-year Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of around 4.2%.
Future trends to watch for include potential variations in demand driven by changes in consumer preferences, health trends emphasizing the benefits of citrus fruits, and economic factors such as disposable income and market prices. Monitoring these indicators will be key to understanding potential shifts in the lemon and lime market in the Philippines.
