In 2023, primary fruit production in the United Arab Emirates stood at 313.72 Thousand Metric Tons. The data reveals a fluctuating trend from 2013 onwards, with significant growth until 2016, after which production levels began to decline sharply. The year-on-year variation over the last two years shows a decrease, with a decline of 3.58% in 2022 followed by a further 3.64% drop in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years stands at -3.83%, indicating an average annual decline in fruit production.
Future trends to watch for:
- Continued decline in primary fruit production, with forecasted figures suggesting a downward trend until 2028.
- Potential impacts of climate change and resource scarcity on agricultural productivity.
- Government policies and technological advancements aimed at boosting agricultural efficiency.
- Shifts in local and global market demands influencing production priorities.
