The forecast for the sold production of citrus fruit jams, marmalades, jellies, purees, or pastes in the UK shows a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 72.796 million Euros in 2024, the projected values display a year-on-year decrease in production. The most notable drops occur from 2024 to 2025 with a decline of 0.66%, and from 2027 to 2028 with a reduction of 0.63%. The overall compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecast period is negative, indicating a steady downward trend in production.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential shifts in consumer preferences towards more natural or reduced-sugar citrus products.
- Impact of Brexit-related trade changes on the industry's raw materials and production costs.
- Technological advances that could drive efficiencies or innovation in production methods.