Based on the forecast, the import of fresh or chilled cabbage lettuce to the US shows a steady growth trajectory from 2024 to 2028, with values increasing annually. This data indicates a consistent rise, reflective of a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period.
The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 1.21%, from 2025 to 2026 is about 1.17%, from 2026 to 2027 is around 1.14%, and from 2027 to 2028 is 1.10%, illustrating a slightly decelerating yet stable upward trend.
In 2023, the imports stood at 114 Million Kilograms, showing a moderate but steady increase in subsequent years.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on agriculture, shifts in consumer dietary preferences toward more fresh produce, and economic factors influencing trade agreements, which may affect import volumes and prices.
