The historical data of fruit consumption in the US from 2013 to 2023 shows a general decreasing trend. In 2023, the fruit consumption stood at 230.26 pounds per capita. The year-on-year variations reveal mostly negative growth, with 2023 experiencing a -0.80% change. The five-year CAGR leading up to 2023 was -0.85%, indicating a steady decline over this period.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggests a continuing decline in fruit consumption, with a forecasted five-year CAGR of -0.68% and an overall forecasted growth rate of -3.37%. By 2028, fruit consumption is expected to decrease to 220.51 pounds per capita.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of health and wellness trends, changes in domestic agricultural policies, consumer preference shifts, technological advances in agriculture, and economic factors that might affect consumer purchasing power and dietary habits.
