The 2023 data shows that India leads global demand for lemons and limes at 15.87 thousand metric tons, followed by China and the United States with 13.62 and 9.71 thousand metric tons, respectively. Significant demand growth was observed in Sri Lanka (5.8%), Ecuador (4.56%), and Slovenia (4.1%). Conversely, notable declines occurred in Spain (-1.75%), Peru (-3.31%), and Ukraine (-0.78%). Smaller markets like Myanmar exhibited substantial growth (8.45%), signifying emerging consumption patterns.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include the continued rise in demand from emerging markets such as Indonesia and Sri Lanka, as well as potential market shifts in established markets like the United States and Brazil, driven by consumer preferences and economic factors. The demand environment will likely be influenced by factors such as climate change, supply chain dynamics, and changing dietary trends.
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 15.87 | 2023 | +0.51% | -0.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 13.62 | 2018 | View data | ||
| 3 | 3 United States | 9.71 | 2023 | +1.39% | +1.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mexico | 8.39 | 2023 | +0.063% | -0.063% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Brazil | 7.77 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Argentina | 5.37 | 2023 | +3.17% | +2.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 2.7 | 2023 | +0.79% | -1.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 2.58 | 2023 | +1.04% | +1.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iran | 2.35 | 2023 | -0.45% | -0.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sri Lanka | 2.23 | 2023 | +5.81% | +5.8% | View data |
