From 2013 to 2022, Spain's chicory and lettuce production saw fluctuating trends with significant growth and occasional declines. Year-on-year variations showed peaks in 2017 (+4.96%) and 2019 (+7.59%) and declines in 2018 (-3.85%) and 2020 (-6.09%). Over the last five years, the CAGR stabilized to 1.63%.
Looking ahead from 2023 to 2028, there is a forecasted steady growth with an average 5-year CAGR of 0.5% and a forecasted 5-year growth rate of 2.52%, indicating modest, consistent growth in production volumes.
Future trends to monitor include potential impacts of climate change, innovations in agricultural technology, and market demand shifts which could influence production levels. Sustainable farming practices and shifts in consumer preferences towards organic and locally sourced produce may also impact future production trends.
