The forecasted demand for oranges and mandarins in the Philippines shows an increasing trend from 2024 to 2028, starting at 163.0 thousand metric tons in 2024 and rising to 173.0 thousand metric tons by 2028. In 2023, the actual demand stood at 161.0 thousand metric tons. Year-on-year, the variations are as follows:
• 2024: +1.2%
• 2025: +1.2%
• 2026: +1.8%
• 2027: +1.8%
• 2028: +1.2%
Over the last five years (2023-2028), the CAGR is projected to be approximately 1.4%, indicating a stable but gradual increase in demand for these fruits.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on production, shifts in consumer preferences towards local or organic produce, and economic factors influencing purchasing power and fruit consumption patterns in the Philippines.
