In 2023, fresh lime consumption in Canada stood at approximately 27.30 thousand metric tons. From 2024 to 2028, a steady growth is projected with consumption increasing from 27.77 to 29.68 thousand metric tons. This reflects an annual growth rate of about 1.6%. Year-on-year variation: 2024 (+1.72%), 2025 (+1.73%), 2026 (+1.70%), 2027 (+1.67%), and 2028 (+1.61%). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately 1.68%, highlighting a consistent upward trend in fresh lime consumption.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increased demand driven by the growing popularity of lime-based beverages and culinary applications.
- Potential impacts from sustainable farming practices and eco-labeling influencing consumer preferences.
- Price volatility due to climate change affecting lime production and supply chain dynamics.
- Emergence of alternative citrus products that could compete with limes.