The number of processors of organic fruit and vegetables in the UK has shown significant fluctuations over the past decade. In 2013, there were 313 enterprises, decreasing by 12.81% from the previous year. A notable dip occurred in 2015 with a 29.6% decline, stabilizing thereafter and experiencing a dramatic rise in 2019 by 178.68%. The figures then decreased slightly in 2020 by 15.96%, but the industry regained momentum, culminating in 726 enterprises in 2023. For 2023, the year-on-year variation was 4.16%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) since 2018 stands at 21.7% up to 2023.
The forecast for 2024 predicts 758 enterprises, with an expected growth trend continuing until 2028, reaching 878 enterprises. The forecasted CAGR for the next five years is 2.98%, with an overall growth rate of 15.83% over this period. Key trends to watch include a sustained growth trajectory, influenced potentially by increasing consumer demand for organic produce and advancing sustainable agriculture practices.
