The production of fresh pears in the US has seen slight fluctuations over the past decade. From 1.17 billion pounds in 2013, there was a general declining trend until 2017 where production reached 0.9723 billion pounds. An upswing in 2018 to 1.12 billion pounds was followed by relatively stable production, with 1.05 billion pounds recorded annually from 2021 through 2023. As of 2023, pear production stood at 1.05 billion pounds.
Year-on-year variations indicate a mix of declines and minor recoveries. Over the last two years (2022-2023), the year-on-year change was a negligible -0.18%. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 was -0.15%, forecasting a modest decline. The forecast till 2028 expects production to hover around 1.04 billion pounds, suggesting slightly decreased volumes.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential advancements or changes in agricultural practices.
- Impact of climate change on pear production regions.
- Market demand variations driven by consumer preferences and dietary shifts.
- Government policies and subsidies affecting fruit agriculture.
