Fresh lettuce production in Canada saw fluctuations over the past decade. The production value stood at 98.37 thousand metric tons in 2023. Notable changes include a significant drop of 17.81% in 2020 followed by a 19.23% increase in 2021 and a moderate increase of 7.63% in 2022. However, 2023 experienced a slight decline of 3.59%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years (2018-2023) was 1.18%. Future projections from 2024 to 2028 suggest a steady annual growth with a forecasted CAGR of 0.74%, leading to a total growth rate of 3.77% by 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of climate change on agricultural yields and lettuce production.
Advancements in agricultural technology and methods, such as vertical farming.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards organic and locally-sourced produce.
Economic and trade policies affecting both domestic production and imports.