In 2023, the UK imported approximately 1.2875 million kilograms of dried shelled Adzuki beans. Forecast data suggests a steady increase in imports from 2024 to 2028, with an annual growth rate of roughly 2.5%. Specifically, the year-on-year growth rate from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 2.3%, while 2025 to 2026 sees a similar increase of 2.2%. The five-year compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 forecasts an average annual increase of around 2.2%.

Future trends to monitor include:

Shifts in consumer preference towards health-conscious diets that may boost demand for beans.
Potential trade policy changes impacting import costs.
Supply chain adjustments as a result of geopolitical dynamics or climate changes.