The forecast for lemons and limes demand in Australia from 2024 to 2028 shows a declining trend, starting at 35.8 thousand metric tons in 2024 and decreasing to 35.2 thousand metric tons by 2028. This represents a gradual annual decrease over the period.
Year-on-year variation percentages for 2025 and 2026 show a minor decline of approximately 0.45% each year. From 2026 to 2027, there is another slight decrease of roughly 0.45%, with a similar pattern continuing into 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately -0.44%, indicating a consistent average annual contraction in demand.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from climate change on citrus production, shifts in consumer preferences towards other fruits, and possible economic influences such as changes in disposable income and import-export policies. Understanding these trends will be crucial for stakeholders in the lemons and limes market.
