The citrus yield in Ghana has exhibited moderate growth from 2013 to 2023, increasing from 293.51 thousand hectograms per hectare in 2013 to 346.72 thousand hectograms per hectare in 2023, reflecting an overall positive trend. Key fluctuations include a notable dip in 2020 by -2.46% and a significant increase in 2021 by 7.52%. The year-on-year variation for 2023 stood at 1.97%, indicating steady growth. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years up to 2023 is calculated at 1.77%, showing consistent but modest annual growth.
Looking ahead, the forecasted values from 2024 to 2028 suggest continued growth, albeit at a more tempered pace, with an average annual increase of 1.52% over the next five years. Significant future trends to watch include potential impacts of climate change, advancements in agricultural technology, and government agricultural policies, which could influence citrus yield productivity and stability in Ghana. Special attention should be paid to external factors such as market demand and international trade dynamics.
