The historical data from 2013 to 2023 reveal significant fluctuations in the production of protein crops in the UK, expressed in Thousand Metric Tons. Protein crop production reached its peak in 2017 at 913.0 thousand metric tons but experienced substantial drops thereafter, most notably a 43.26% decrease in 2018. From 2016 to 2023, the year-on-year variations indicate a declining trend on average.
In 2023, the value stood at 593.6 thousand metric tons, down by 1.28% compared to the previous year. Analyzing the forecast, the production of protein crops is expected to decline slightly year-on-year through 2028, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -1.12%.
Future trends to watch for include the impacts of climate change, agricultural policy changes, and technological advancements in crop production. Additionally, market demand for protein crops influenced by the increase in plant-based diets could drive changes in production volumes.
