The demand for vegetables in the United Arab Emirates has displayed a general upward trend from 2014 to 2023, rising from 1.42 Million Metric Tons in 2014 to 1.66 Million Metric Tons in 2023. However, the year-on-year variations highlight a volatile pattern, with significant increases in 2015 (8.27%) and 2017 (9.88%), but a notable decrease in 2018 (-8.47%). The last observed growth rate in 2023 was 0.79%, and the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years stood at 1.25%.
Future forecast data from 2024 to 2028 projects a steady but modest increase in vegetable demand, reaching 1.72 Million Metric Tons by 2028. The forecasted 5-year CAGR is estimated at 0.6%, resulting in an overall growth rate of 3.02% by the end of the forecast period.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential changes in consumer preferences and dietary habits.
- Impact of government policies on agriculture and food importation.
- Technological advancements in local farming practices.
- Environmental factors such as climate change affecting crop yields.
