In 2023, the demand for bananas in France stood at 525.0 thousand metric tons. Based on the provided forecasts, the demand is expected to increase steadily over the next few years. Specifically, the forecast for 2024 is 538.0 thousand metric tons, representing a 2.5% increase from 2023. By 2028, the demand is projected to reach 590.0 thousand metric tons, showing an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 2.9% over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028.
Year-on-year variations are as follows:
- 2024: 2.5% increase.
- 2025: 2.4% increase.
- 2026: 2.5% increase.
- 2027: 2.3% increase.
- 2028: 2.1% increase.
Continuing upward trends in banana consumption in France could be influenced by factors such as changing dietary preferences, increased focus on healthy eating, and population growth. It will be important to monitor emerging trends such as sustainability in banana production, potential economic fluctuations, and shifts in consumer behavior towards organic and fair-trade products.
