The citrus production in Ivory Coast has shown a general upward trend from 2013 to 2023, though there were fluctuations in certain years. As of 2023, the production stood at 115.7 thousand metric tons. Year-on-year variations reveal both growth and contractions, with a particularly notable decline in 2020 followed by a strong recovery in 2021. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years has stabilized at 1.15%. For the period from 2024 to 2028, the forecasted CAGR is 0.84%, indicating more modest growth ahead.
Future trends to watch for:
- Impact of climatic changes on citrus yield.
- Adoption of advanced agricultural practices to boost productivity.
- Market demand shifts locally and internationally.
- Government policies and support for citrus farming.
- Potential for value-added citrus products.
