In 2023, the production of watermelons in the United Arab Emirates stood at 1.92 Thousand Metric Tons, reflecting a 5.43% year-on-year decrease from 2022. Over the past two years, the trend shows a steady decline with year-on-year variations indicating negative growth. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the last five years is -2.78%, indicating an overall downtrend in production.

Looking ahead, forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggests a continued decline in watermelon production, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR at -5.68%. This would result in a total decrease of approximately 25.34% by 2028, signaling ongoing challenges in sustaining or growing production levels.

Future trends to watch for:

Factors impacting agricultural productivity, including climate change and water resource management.
Market demand fluctuations and potential policy changes affecting agricultural practices.
Technological advancements and their adoption in farming practices.