Based on the provided data, the demand for tomatoes in Kenya is forecasted to steadily increase from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual demand stood at 656.0 Thousand Metric Tons. Comparing 2024 to 2023, there's an approximate increase of 1.5%. Similarly, demand is projected to grow by around 1.5-1.7% year-on-year through 2028. Over the last two years, reflecting an estimated growth rate of 1.5% annually from 2023 to 2024. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for this five-year period is projected to be around 1.6% annually.
Future trends to watch for include potential disruptions in supply chains, climate change impacts on agriculture, advancements in tomato farming technologies, and changes in domestic consumption patterns. Additionally, government policies and international trade agreements could also influence the demand dynamics of tomatoes in Kenya.
