The production of lemons and limes in Spain experienced fluctuations over the past decade. In 2023, the production stood at 1.03 million metric tons with a slight year-on-year decrease of 0.097%. The 5-year CAGR leading to 2023 was -1.03%, indicating an overall slight decline in production. Notably, the production peak occurred in 2014 with 1.09 million metric tons, experiencing a significant drop in 2015 by 18.79%. Despite some recovery and growth in certain years such as 2018 and 2021, the overall trend has shown a moderate decline.
Looking forward, the production is forecasted to stabilize at 1.03 million metric tons from 2024 to 2028. The forecasted 5-year CAGR is minimal at -0.05%, suggesting a steady trend without significant growth or decline. Key trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change, shifts in agricultural practices, and market demand variations which could influence future production levels.
