In 2023, Ghana's sugar cane production was recorded at 156.80 thousand metric tons. Moving into 2024, a forecasted increase to 157.43 thousand metric tons indicates a rise of approximately 0.40%. The upward trend continues with a year-on-year increase of 0.48% in 2025 to 158.18 thousand metric tons. By 2026, production is expected to reach 158.92 thousand metric tons, marking another 0.47% increase from the previous year. The forecast for 2027 shows a rise to 159.64 thousand metric tons, an increment of around 0.45%. For 2028, it is predicted to grow by 0.45% to 160.36 thousand metric tons. Over the five-year period from 2023 to 2028, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) stands at approximately 0.45%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impact of climate change on crop yields and production cycles.
- Developments in agricultural technologies that could enhance productivity.
- Economic factors and government policies affecting the agricultural sector.
- Market demand for sugar and its derivatives, influencing production priorities.
