The import of citrus fruit to Belgium is forecasted to have a slight decline starting from 2024. The value of citrus fruit imports stood at 296.78 million USD in 2024 and is projected to gradually decrease to 294.48 million USD by 2028. This trend represents a gradual year-on-year decrease in value, with respective decreases observed: 0.2% from 2024 to 2025, 0.2% from 2025 to 2026, 0.2% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.2% from 2027 to 2028. Over a 5-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects a consistent average yearly decrease in the import value.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from climate change on citrus fruit production, shifts in consumer preferences towards locally grown produce, and possible trade policy changes that could influence import tariffs and regulations. Additionally, economic factors such as currency exchange rates and inflation could further impact the import value trends.
