South Africa's strawberry production is forecasted to increase significantly from 2024 to 2028. The forecasted values are 10.58 thousand metric tons in 2024, rising steadily to 11.6 thousand metric tons by 2028. As of 2023, the actual production stood at 10.34 thousand metric tons.
When examining year-on-year variations:
- 2023 to 2024: 2.32%
- 2024 to 2025: 2.54%
- 2025 to 2026: 2.4%
- 2026 to 2027: 2.34%
- 2027 to 2028: 2.11%
This indicates a consistent increase in production. With a CAGR of 2.34% over the five-year period, we see moderate but steady growth.
For the future, trends to watch for include advancements in agricultural technology, climate change impacts, and potential increases in domestic and international demand for strawberries.
