Garlic production in South Korea has seen significant fluctuations over the past decade. Starting from a high of 412.25 thousand metric tons in 2013, the production dipped to a low of 266.27 thousand metric tons in 2015. However, there has been a steady recovery since 2016, with production values rising to 379.89 thousand metric tons in 2023. The year-on-year variation in 2023 was 0.86%, with a CAGR of 2.75% over the past five years. For the future, forecasted data from 2024 suggests a gradual increase in production, reaching 396.77 thousand metric tons by 2028. The forecasted 5-year CAGR is 0.69%, with an overall growth rate of 3.48% from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on crop yields, advancements in agricultural technology, and shifts in domestic and international demand for garlic. These factors could significantly influence the garlic production landscape in South Korea in the coming years.
