The harvested production of lettuces in Spain experienced notable fluctuations over the past decade, showing an initial increase from 2013 to 2017. However, from 2018 onwards, despite some years of growth, the overall trend has been relatively stable with moderate declines in recent years. Specifically, in 2023, the production stood at 985.99 thousand metric tons, indicating a 2.01% year-on-year increase from 2022. Analyzing the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years leads to an average annual increase of 1.07%. Looking ahead, the forecasted data suggests a small but steady decline, with an expected CAGR of -0.04% from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of climate change on agricultural yields.
- Technological advancements in farming practices.
- Changes in domestic and global demand for lettuce.
- Economic factors influencing agricultural production costs and profitability.
- Policies related to agricultural subsidies and trade agreements.
