Natural honey production in China for 2023 stood at 474.33 thousand metric tons. From 2013 to 2023, production showed fluctuations, peaking at 562.88 thousand metric tons in 2016 and dipping to its lowest at 441.96 thousand metric tons in 2020. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years (2018-2023) was 0.74%. More recent data show a stabilization with modest year-on-year growth of 0.63% in 2023.
Future forecasts from 2024 to 2028 indicate a gradual increase, with a projected CAGR of 0.51% and a total growth rate of 2.57% over these five years. By 2028, production is expected to reach 489.88 thousand metric tons.
Several future trends could impact natural honey production in China:
- Climate change and environmental factors affecting bee populations.
- Advancements in beekeeping technology improving yield efficiency.
- Regulatory changes in agricultural policies.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards organic and natural products.
- Potential impacts of international trade policies and tariffs.
