In 2023, the demand for grapefruit in Switzerland was recorded at 9.0 thousand metric tons. Forecasts for the period 2024-2028 anticipate a decline in demand, with the volume decreasing from 8.0 thousand metric tons in 2024 and 2025 to 7.0 thousand metric tons from 2026 to 2028.
The year-on-year variation between 2024 and 2023 represents an -11.11% decline. Additionally, there is a consistent forecast indicating a stable demand for 2024 and 2025, followed by a further -12.5% decrease starting in 2026, remaining steady at 7.0 thousand metric tons through 2028. Over the five-year period, this infers a negative CAGR, illustrating a persistent downward trend in grapefruit demand.
Future trends to watch for: Key trends to monitor include possible shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative fruit varieties, potential market recovery initiatives, changes in import policies, and the impact of health trends and marketing campaigns boosting citrus fruit benefits.
