In 2023, China's wheat losses stood at approximately 3.00 million metric tons. The forecasted data indicates a gradual increase in wheat losses, with values rising from 3.02 million metric tons in 2024 to 3.07 million metric tons by 2028. This demonstrates a consistent trend of increasing wheat losses over the five-year period, with an average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 0.4%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Climate change impacts, which could further exacerbate losses through extreme weather conditions.
- Technological advances in agriculture, potentially mitigating losses through improved crop resilience.
- Policy changes in China focusing on agricultural sustainability and food security.
