Based on the provided data, the import of prepared or preserved citrus fruits to the Netherlands shows a consistent upward trend from 2024 onwards. In 2023, the volume stood at 18.295 million kilograms, marking the last recorded actual value. In 2024, the forecasted figure is 18.761 million kilograms, an increase of 2.6% year-on-year. In 2025, the volume is projected to rise by 2.6% to 19.247 million kilograms, and by 2026, it will reach 19.723 million kilograms, marking another 2.5% increase. By 2027, the expected volume will attain 20.189 million kilograms, representing a 2.4% rise, and in 2028, it will likely hit 20.647 million kilograms, up by 2.3%. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years stands at approximately 2.5%.
Future trends to watch include market-driven factors like changes in consumer preferences for citrus-based products, potential impact from global trade policies, innovation in preservation techniques, and shifts in production capabilities in key exporting countries. Additionally, environmental factors such as climate change affecting citrus yields may influence future import volumes.
