In 2023, the garlic planted area in Canada stood at 984 hectares. Over the past decade, the garlic planted area has shown a fluctuating trend. Notably, there were significant increases in certain years, such as 2020 when there was an impressive 50.18% year-on-year increase. In recent years, the increase has been more modest, with 2022 remaining flat and 2023 seeing a 3.8% rise. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the past five years up to 2023 has been 8.95%, representing a steady average increase.
The forecast for the next five years suggests a continued upward trend, with a projected CAGR of 2.47% from 2024 to 2028. By 2028, the garlic planted area is expected to reach 1150 hectares, indicating a cumulative growth of 12.95% over this period.
Future trends to watch for:
- Changes in domestic garlic consumption and potential for increased local production.
- Economic factors and market demands impacting agricultural decisions made by Canadian farmers.
- Government policies and subsidies that could encourage or discourage garlic farming.
- Advancements in agricultural technology that could improve yield and planting efficiency.
