As of 2023, fresh plum consumption in Canada was recorded at approximately 16.99 thousand metric tons. The forecast indicates a declining trend in plum consumption with a projected decrease to 15.61 thousand metric tons by 2028. Analyzing year-on-year changes, a consistent decrease is evident: 2024 to 2025 shows a 1.86% decline, 2025 to 2026 records a 1.71% decline, 2026 to 2027 sees a 1.55% decline, and 2027 to 2028 demonstrates a 1.39% decrease. Over the five-year forecasted period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected at -1.31%.
Future trends to watch for include changes in consumer preferences possibly driven by health trends and increasing competition from alternative fruits, as well as potential impacts from policy changes regarding import-export duties and climate change affecting plum production.
