Benelux: Berry Market 2025

Berry Market Size in Benelux

After six years of growth, the Benelux berry market decreased by X% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption showed prominent growth. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined slightly in the following year.

Berry Production in Benelux

In value terms, berry production rose slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were the Netherlands (X tons) and Belgium (X tons).

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of X%).

In 2022, the average berry yield in Benelux reduced to X tons per ha, with a decrease of X% on 2021. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the yield increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the yield attained the peak level of X tons per ha, and then shrank in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. X ha of berries were harvested in Benelux; remaining stable against the year before. In general, the harvested area continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the harvested area increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to berry production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Berry Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2022, the amount of berries exported in Benelux amounted to X tons, picking up by X% against 2021. Total exports indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2016 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, berry exports dropped to $X in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands was the main exporter of berries in Benelux, with the volume of exports reaching X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), creating a X% share of total exports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the berries exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Belgium (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. From 2012 to 2022, the share of the Netherlands increased by X percentage points.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest berry supplier in Benelux, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the Netherlands totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2021, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (X%).

Berry Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2022, the amount of berries imported in Benelux surged to X tons, growing by X% on 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X%. The volume of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, berry imports expanded slightly to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands represented the key importer of berries in Benelux, with the volume of imports finishing at X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), constituting an X% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the berries imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. The Netherlands (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Belgium saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported berries in Benelux, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

In the Netherlands, berry imports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (X%).

Source: IndexBox Platform