The forecast for the import of fresh or chilled witloof chicory to Germany shows a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028, starting at 16.509 million USD and decreasing to 16.01 million USD. In 2023, the actual import value stood at 16.634 million USD, resulting in a year-on-year decrease of about 0.75% for 2024.

Analyzing the yearly trend from 2024 to 2028, the year-on-year percentage decrease is approximately 0.75%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is around -0.77%, suggesting a consistent downward trend.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impact of economic conditions in Germany, influencing import demand.
Changing consumer preferences towards organic or locally grown produce which might affect import levels.
Trade policy changes within the EU that could modify competitive pricing and supply chains.