The UK saw its orange and mandarins import volume stand at approximately 1.2 million metric tons in 2023. The forecast suggests a gradual decline, with volumes predicted at 1.15 million metric tons in 2024, tapering to 0.95 million metric tons by 2028. Annually, from 2024 onwards, imports are expected to decrease by around 1.7% to 4.8%, culminating in a 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicating a steady contraction. This trend likely reflects changing market dynamics or increased competition from local fruit sources.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts of climate change on citrus production and possible trade policy shifts post-Brexit, potentially affecting import volumes.
