The production of chemical and fertilizer minerals in Finland has shown significant fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, the production volume was recorded at 1.5037 billion kilograms. The trend has been marked by notable declines, such as the sharp decrease in 2019 and subsequent years, with an overall 2023 year-on-year variation of -2.9%. The average annual decline over the past five years (CAGR) is -2.87%. Looking forward, the forecast indicates a continuing downward trend with a projected 5-year CAGR of -2.5%, leading to an overall decline of -11.9% in production volume by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements that may impact production efficiency.
- Environmental regulations that could affect production levels.
- Global market demand fluctuations influencing local production.