The organic stone fruits production in Belgium witnessed a volatile trend from 2016 to 2023. Starting with a high of 481 metric tons in 2016, production saw a significant drop by 2017, with a sharp 73.8% decline, continuing to decrease until a gradual recovery began post-2018. From 2020, production regained momentum, increasing year-on-year by 52.04% in 2020, 49.66% in 2021, 26.46% in 2022, and 16.67% in 2023, reaching 329 metric tons in 2023.
From 2024, forecasted data shows a steady growth trend. With the production expected to reach 456 metric tons by 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the next five years is projected at 4.44%, reinforcing an overall growth of 24.25% by 2028.
Future Trends to Watch For:
• Advancements in organic farming techniques to enhance yield.
• Policy and subsidy changes from the European Union favoring organic produce.
• Fluctuations in consumer demand for organic products impacting production volumes.
• Climatic conditions affecting farm outputs year-on-year.
