In 2023, fresh plum consumption in the US stood at an estimated 0.54 pounds per capita. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady decline in consumption: 0.52 pounds in 2024, tapering off to 0.44 pounds by 2028. The year-on-year decline is roughly 3.8% to 4.2%. Over the five-year period ending in 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is negative, indicating an average yearly decline in consumption.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative fruits, potential impacts of climate change on plum production, and innovations in the food industry that might revitalize interest in plums. Monitoring demographic changes and health trends could also provide insight into demand fluctuations.
