The UK's imports of peaches and nectarines are forecasted to decline slightly over the next five years from 80.498 million kilograms in 2024 to 78.529 million kilograms by 2028. Compared to 2023's actual import value of 80.998 million kilograms, the forecasted trend shows a consistent decrease year-on-year. Specifically, the imports are predicted to decline by 0.63% in 2025, 0.62% in 2026, 0.61% in 2027, and 0.60% in 2028, leading to a CAGR of approximately -0.62% from 2024 to 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

Shifts in consumer preferences towards locally grown or alternative fruit options.
Impacts of trade agreements and tariffs on import volumes and sources.
Weather and climate change effects on production in major exporting countries.