From 2013 to 2023, pome fruit production in Germany exhibited notable variability, with significant fluctuations year-on-year.
- In 2023, the harvested production stood at 1,040 thousand metric tons.
- During 2014, a substantial 37.66% increase followed by a 12.43% decrease in 2015 indicated considerable volatility.
- 2017 marked a dramatic drop of 41.92%, although it rebounded with a 100.98% increase in 2018.
- Recent years showed smaller fluctuations, such as a 6.29% rise in 2022 and a -6.49% drop in 2023.
Future forecasts from 2024 to 2028 suggest stabilized production around 1,040-1,050 thousand metric tons with a modest forecasted 0.2% CAGR.
Future trends to watch include climate impact on yields, evolving agricultural practices, and market demand influencing production volume.