In 2023, the re-importation of fresh or chilled lettuce to Canada stood at 5.28 thousand kilograms. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady decline in volume, from 4.34 to 1.1 thousand kilograms. Year-on-year percentage changes reveal that re-importation is decreasing by significant margins: 19% in 2025, 23% in 2026, 30% in 2027, and 42% by 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is approximately -31%, highlighting a sharp downward trend.

Key future trends to watch for include:

Increasing domestic production capabilities potentially reducing the necessity for re-imports.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards locally sourced produce.
Impacts of trade policies and climate change on import dynamics.