In 2023, South Africa’s production of lemons and limes reached 768.34 thousand metric tons. Over the last two years, there was a significant increase in production, with a year-on-year variation of 17.66% in 2023, after a dip in 2022 with a decrease of 12.7%. The production has shown variability over the last decade but overall growth is evident, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.32% over the last five years.
Looking ahead to 2028, the forecasted data suggests a continuous upward trend, with an expected production of 970.05 thousand metric tons, representing a 19.81% growth over the next five years and a forecasted five-year CAGR of 3.68%. Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on production volume, the influence of global demand and trade policies, and technological advancements in agriculture that could enhance yield efficiency.
