Primary fruit production in Malaysia reached 1.099 million metric tons in 2023. Over the past decade, the trend shows significant fluctuations, particularly a notable increase in production from 2013 to 2015 followed by a general decline. The production slightly grew by 4.41% in 2021 before experiencing a minor decline in the subsequent years, reaching a year-on-year decrease of 0.79% in 2023.
Despite these fluctuations, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years (-0.84%) indicates a slight overall decline. Looking forward, the forecast suggests a continued decline in production with a CAGR of -0.67% towards 2028, equating to a 3.32% reduction over the next five years.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of climate change on fruit yield and quality
- Developments in agricultural technology and practices
- Changes in domestic and international market demand
- Government policies and incentives for the agriculture sector
