In 2023, fresh plums production in Canada was recorded at an estimated 2.80 thousand metric tons. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 shows a slow but steady decline in production, decreasing from 2.78 to 2.69 thousand metric tons. This suggests a slight year-on-year decline of approximately 0.7% from 2024 to 2025 and continues steadily each subsequent year. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecasted period indicates a modest average annual decline of 0.8%.
Trends to watch for in the future include:
- Potential climate change impacts on fruit cultivation and yields.
- Market demand shifts influencing production levels.
- Technological advancements in agricultural practices potentially boosting efficiency or mitigating declines.
- Policy changes impacting agriculture or trade that could affect production scales.
