The US production of tangerines and mandarins in 2023 stood at 845.50 thousand metric tons. The forecasted figures show a steady annual increase in production from 2024 to 2028, with year-on-year variations as follows: 2024 (1.09%), 2025 (1.13%), 2026 (1.10%), 2027 (1.08%), and 2028 (1.06%). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period averages at approximately 1.09%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential changes in climate and their impact on citrus production.
- Advancements in agricultural technologies and their adoption by producers.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards health-conscious food choices.
- Impact of trade policies and tariffs on import-export dynamics.
