In 2023, the harvested area of subtropical and tropical fruits in France was at a certain level, and with forecasted growth from 2024 onwards, the years show positive trends. The forecast predicts an increase in harvested area from 23.05 thousand hectares in 2024 to 25.59 thousand hectares by 2028. The year-on-year percentage increases from 2024 to 2025 is 2.8%, from 2025 to 2026 is 2.7%, from 2026 to 2027 is 2.6%, and from 2027 to 2028 is 2.5%. Averaging these changes, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is around 2.65%.
Future trends to monitor include the potential impact of climate changes affecting subtropical and tropical cultivation conditions, technological advancements in agriculture, and shifts in consumer demand towards tropical fruit varieties which may influence future expansion. Close tracking of geopolitical factors that could affect export and import dynamics will also be crucial. Watch for innovations that could drive efficiency in harvesting and cultivation techniques.
