The production of lemons and limes in Kenya stood at 12.0 thousand metric tons in 2023, reflecting no change from the previous two years. Over the last decade, the trend exhibits variability with notable declines between 2016 and 2020, followed by stabilization. Noteworthy historical annual variations include a drop of 14.29% in 2018 and a substantial decrease of 23.38% in 2020. However, a recovery was seen with a 20.48% rise in 2021. From 2019 to 2023, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 0%, indicating a stagnant growth trend. The forecast suggests a gradual decline up to 2028, with an anticipated 1.44% annual reduction, amounting to a 7% total decrease over the next five years.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impact of climate change on citrus production.
- Changes in agricultural practices and innovations.
- Market demand fluctuations and export opportunities.
