In 2023, the US imported approximately 106 million pounds of fresh pumpkins. The forecasted figures for 2024 to 2028 show steady growth, with imports rising from 110.6 million pounds to 127.2 million pounds. The year-on-year growth rates average around 3.5% over this period, reflecting a consistent upward trend. This suggests a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of around 3.7% over the five years.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential shifts in consumer preferences towards organic or locally sourced pumpkins.
- Impacts of climate change on domestic pumpkin yield, influencing import reliance.
- Trade policies affecting the cost and volume of imports from major supplier countries.
