Primary fruit production in Canada stood at 1,054.7 thousand metric tons in 2023. Examining the year-on-year variations, 2022 saw a growth of 1.17%, while 2023 continued a modest upward trend with a 1.13% increase. Analyzing the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years, 2018-2023, the average annual growth rate was 0.86%. Since 2013, the trends have shown fluctuations with significant growth years like 2016 (18.3%) and declines such as in 2015 (-6.8%).
Future trends to watch for include forecasted growth with an expected 5-year CAGR of 0.9% from 2023 to 2028, leading to a projected 4.56% total growth by 2028. Keeping an eye on technological advancements in agricultural practices and climate change impacts will be crucial for anticipating future production fluctuations.
