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World - Berry - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Aug 13, 2021

Global Berry Trade Intensifies Driven by Rasing Demand for Blueberry and Raspberry

IndexBox has just published a new report: 'World - Berry - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights'. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

The global berry imports rose by +2.6% y-o-y to 2.9M tons, reaching $14.8B in 2020. Global imports of blueberries, cranberries, raspberries and blackberries have been rising steadily over the last decade. The U.S., Germany, China, Canada, Hong Kong SAR, the UK and the Netherlands remain the largest markets for imported berries. Spain emerged as the fastest-growing berry importer worldwide. Spain, Chile, the U.S. and Mexico constitute the largest berry exporters in the world.

Global Berry Imports by Country

For the seventh year in a row, global berry imports increased by +2.6% to 2.9M tons in 2020. It indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2020: the volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the last eight years. In value terms, berry imports rose significantly to $14.8B (IndexBox estimates) in 2020.

In 2020, the U.S. (689K tons), distantly followed by Germany (309K tons), China (236K tons), Canada (225K tons), Hong Kong SAR (172K tons), the UK (164K tons) and the Netherlands (153K tons) were the major importers of berries, together constituting 67% of total imports. Russia (119K tons), France (96K tons), Spain (91K tons), Italy (70K tons) and Austria (55K tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

In 2020, the most prominent spike in the volume of purchases from abroad was recorded in Spain (+16.3% y-o-y). Spain emerged as the fastest-growing importer in the world, with a CAGR of +20.8% from 2012-2020.

In value terms, the U.S. ($3.8B) constitutes the largest market for imported berries worldwide, comprising 26% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China ($1.8B), with a 12% share of global imports. It was followed by Germany, with an 8.9% share.

In 2020, the average berry import price amounted to $5,129 per ton, growing by +5.8% against the previous year. Last year, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the U.S., while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Global Berry Imports by Type

The imports of the three major types of berries, namely strawberries, cherries and blueberries and cranberries, represented more than two-thirds of total import. It was distantly followed by raspberries and blackberries (467K tons), which make up a further 16% share of total imports.

In value terms, the largest types of imported berries were blueberries and cranberries ($4.3B), cherries ($3.9B) and raspberries and blackberries ($3.4B), with a combined 78% share of global imports. Strawberries in tandem with currants and gooseberries lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth regarding the volume of purchases, amongst the leading imported products, was attained by blueberry and cranberry (+11.9%). Raspberry and blackberry followed these products with a CAGR of +11.5% from 2012-2020.

Largest Berry Suppliers Worldwide

Spain (437K tons), Chile (381K tons), the U.S. (299K tons) and Mexico (280K tons) represented roughly 50% of total exports of berries in 2020. It was distantly followed by Hong Kong SAR (181K tons), the Netherlands (152K tons) and Peru (151K tons), together comprising a 17% share of total exports. Turkey (115K tons), Morocco (99K tons), Canada (90K tons), Greece (64K tons), Belgium (49K tons) and Poland (45K tons) held a minor share of total exports.

In value terms, Chile ($2.4B), Spain ($1.7B) and the U.S. ($1.6B) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, with a combined 43% share of global exports. Mexico, the Netherlands, Peru, Hong Kong SAR, Morocco, Belgium, Turkey, Canada, Poland and Greece lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 44%.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global berry market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 552 - Blueberries
  • FCL 554 - Cranberries
  • FCL 530 - Sour cherries
  • FCL 531 - Cherries
  • FCL 549 - Gooseberries
  • FCL 550 - Currants
  • FCL 544 - Strawberries
  • FCL 547 - Raspberries

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Driscoll's, Reiter Affiliated Companies, True Blue Farms, Joyvio Group Co Ltd, Dole Food Company Inc, Berry World Ltd, Dabur India Ltd, Kerry Group, Wish Farms Inc, Green Mountain Farm Direct, Naturipe Berry Growers Inc., The Summer Berry Company, California Giant Berry Farms, Naturipe Farms, Costa Group, Mainland Farms, Minas Gerais, Gables Produce LLC, Polana, Zhejiang Blueberry Technology Corporation

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    20. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
    21. Yield, 2012–2024
    22. Production, By Country, 2024
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
    25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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