Over the past decade, the production of outdoor potted geraniums in Canada has shown a significant downward trend. From a peak of 19.123 million units in 2014, the production has steadily decreased, with only minor fluctuations. In 2023, the production stood at 12.664 million units. The last two years registered a year-on-year decline of -5.44% in 2022 and -7.45% in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the last five years is -4.24%, highlighting a consistent decline. Forecasts indicate a continued decrease with a CAGR of -4.18% and a projected production of 9.7479 million units by 2028, representing a -19.23% decline over five years.
Looking ahead, one should watch for:
- Potential impacts of climate change on production conditions.
- Market shifts towards alternative outdoor plants that might affect geranium demand.
- Technological advancements in horticulture that could alter production efficiency.
- Evolving consumer preferences and their impact on the market.
- Economic factors that might influence both supply and demand dynamics.