In 2023, the US imported 1.26 million pounds of fresh collard greens. The forecast for 2024 anticipates a slight increase to 1.28 million pounds, with steady growth projected through 2028, reaching 1.38 million pounds. Year-on-year growth from 2023 to 2024 is approximately 1.59%, followed by 2.34% in 2025. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 indicates an average annual growth of approximately 1.54%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences affecting demand for fresh collard greens, trade policies impacting import levels, and climatic conditions influencing agricultural production both domestically and abroad.
