In 2023, the fruit imports to Switzerland stood at 673 thousand metric tons. Forecast data indicates a steady increase in imports, with values rising from 679.49 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 701.51 thousand metric tons by 2028. The year-on-year percentage variations are as follows:
- 2024-2025: 0.82% increase - 2025-2026: 0.81% increase - 2026-2027: 0.79% increase - 2027-2028: 0.78% increase
Over the five-year forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected to be approximately 0.81%. This trend highlights a consistent yet modest upward trajectory in Switzerland's fruit imports.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on global fruit production, changes in trade policies, and shifts in consumer preferences towards more exotic or organic fruit varieties. These factors could considerably influence the volume and diversity of fruit imports in the coming years.