The production of blueberries in the Netherlands has shown a steady growth from 2013 to 2023. Notably, from 2013's 5.64 thousand metric tons to 2023's 12.51 thousand metric tons, the progression illustrates a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% over the most recent five years. Year-on-year variations have been mostly positive, except for isolated declines in 2017 and 2020, highlighting a generally upward trend.
Key trends include:
- From 2014 to 2016, double-digit annual growth rates were observed.
- 2017 to 2023 presented more modest year-on-year increases, except for a small decline in 2020.
- Production in 2023 reached 12.51 thousand metric tons, with a notable 3.72% increase from 2022.
Looking ahead, with forecasts indicating a relatively slower CAGR of 2.7% from 2024 to 2028, the total anticipated growth rate over five years is 14.25%. Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change, advancements in agricultural practices, and market demand shifts which could influence production volumes.
