Since 2013, truffles and mushrooms production in Belgium has exhibited a general downward trend. The production volume declined from 36.55 thousand metric tons in 2013 to 24.35 thousand metric tons in 2023, showing a consistent year-on-year decrease with variations ranging primarily between -3% to -12%. In the last two years, production dropped by approximately 3.14% and 3.18% annually. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) until 2023 reflects an average annual decrease of 2.76%.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a continuing decline. By 2028, the production volume is expected to reach 20.17 thousand metric tons. The forecasted CAGR over the next five years is -2.98%, suggesting a further decline in production by 14.05% over this period.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of climate change on truffle and mushroom habitats, innovation in mushroom farming technologies, and shifts in consumer demand towards organic and specialty mushrooms, which could influence overall production volumes.
