The citrus production in Egypt reached 4.9648 million metric tons in 2023. Over the past decade, the production has seen fluctuations but maintained overall growth. Notable trends include a significant increase in 2014 and 2021, and declines in 2016 and 2020. Recent years (2021-2023) show a stabilized growth with year-on-year variations between 1.61% and 7.09%. The latest CAGR indicates a modest average annual increase of 1.91% over the past five years.
Looking forward, forecasted figures suggest a continued upward trajectory in citrus production, reaching 5.376 million metric tons by 2028. This implies a projected 5-year growth rate of 6.43% and a CAGR of 1.25% through 2028.
Trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of climate change on citrus yield.
- Technological advancements in agriculture improving efficiency.
- Market demands and export opportunities influencing production volume.
- Government policies and support for the agriculture sector.
