The production of sour cherries in Germany saw significant fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, peaking in 2014 at 17.35 thousand metric tons and sharply declining to 9.17 thousand metric tons by 2023. Year-on-year variations were notable, with a peak increase of 92.33% in 2018, followed by a steep decrease of 48.23% in 2017. The last two years, 2022 and 2023, experienced declines of 11.17% and 12.33% respectively, showing a consistent downward trend. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was -10.42%, reflecting the overall decline in production volumes.
Looking forward, the forecast indicates a continued decline, with production expected to decrease by 68.62% by 2028. The forecasted five-year CAGR is -20.69%, suggesting significant reductions in output. Future trends to watch include potential shifts in agricultural practices, climate change impacts, and market demand fluctuations which could either exacerbate or mitigate the declining production of sour cherries in Germany.
