In 2023, Kenya's wheat production stood at 360.12 thousand metric tons. According to forecasted data, wheat production from 2024 to 2028 will see a steady increase each year. The production values are projected to be 365.07 thousand metric tons in 2024, 369.85 thousand metric tons in 2025, 374.54 thousand metric tons in 2026, 379.13 thousand metric tons in 2027, and 383.62 thousand metric tons in 2028.
The year-on-year percentage growth reflects a consistent upward trend. From 2024 to 2025, the growth is 1.31%. Between 2025 and 2026, it is 1.27%. The increase from 2026 to 2027 is 1.22%, and from 2027 to 2028, it stands at 1.18%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period from 2023 to 2028 is approximately 1.29% per year.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on wheat yield, changes in government agricultural policies, advancements in farming technology, and global market price fluctuations. These factors could significantly influence the trajectory of wheat production in Kenya.
