The forecast for India's dates import volume from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase, growing from 437 Thousand Metric Tons in 2024 to 458 Thousand Metric Tons in 2028. In 2023, the import volume stood at 431 Thousand Metric Tons. This indicates a consistent year-on-year growth, maintaining a positive import trend for dates.
- 2024: +1.39% from 2023
- 2025: +1.14% from 2024
- 2026: +1.36% from 2025
- 2027: +1.12% from 2026
- 2028: +1.10% from 2027
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 1.22%.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in consumer preferences towards natural sweeteners, impacting demand for dates, potential fluctuations in international trade policies, and climate conditions affecting production in key exporting countries.