The import of prepared or preserved mushrooms to the UK has shown a consistent decline from 2013 to 2023, decreasing from $15.096 million USD in 2013 to $9.7056 million USD in 2023. The year-on-year variation from 2021 to 2022 was -5.11%, and from 2022 to 2023 it was -5.27%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was -5.13%.
Forecasts indicate that the downward trend will continue, with the value expected to decrease to $6.8834 million USD by 2028, driven by a forecast 5-year CAGR of -5.46%, resulting in an overall decline of 24.46% during that period.
Future trends to watch for include changes in consumer preferences towards fresh and organic products, potential trade policy shifts, and developments in the global supply chain that could affect import volumes and values. Additionally, any changes in local production capacities or economic factors might impact future import levels.
