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Bulgaria: Blueberry And Cranberry Market 2025

Blueberry And Cranberry Market Size in Bulgaria

For the ninth consecutive year, the Bulgarian blueberry and cranberry market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 14% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption recorded a remarkable increase. Blueberry and cranberry consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Blueberry And Cranberry Production in Bulgaria

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry production fell markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded slight growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 368% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of blueberries and cranberries in Bulgaria expanded markedly to X tons per ha in 2022, with an increase of 10% on 2021. Overall, the yield, however, saw a noticeable reduction. The blueberry and cranberry yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the blueberry and cranberry harvested area in Bulgaria soared to X ha, rising by 23% on 2021. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The blueberry and cranberry harvested area peaked at X ha in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Blueberry And Cranberry Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2022, shipments abroad of blueberries and cranberries was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. In general, exports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 1,696% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 1,258% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Romania (X tons) was the main destination for blueberry and cranberry exports from Bulgaria, accounting for a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Switzerland (X kg), with a 0.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Romania amounted to +13.1%.

In value terms, Romania ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for blueberries and cranberries exports from Bulgaria, comprising 19% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Switzerland ($X), with a 1.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Romania amounted to +24.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average blueberry and cranberry export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 63% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 350% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Romania totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Czech Republic (+649.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Blueberry And Cranberry Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

For the eleventh year in a row, Bulgaria recorded growth in supplies from abroad of blueberries and cranberries, which increased by 19% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 184% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry imports rose sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 241%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of blueberry and cranberry imports to Bulgaria, with a combined 81% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +113.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest blueberry and cranberry suppliers to Bulgaria were the Netherlands ($X), Germany ($X) and Spain ($X), with a combined 86% share of total imports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +83.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average blueberry and cranberry import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -10.3% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Czech Republic ($X per ton), while the price for Hungary ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (+13.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The United States remains the largest blueberry and cranberry consuming country worldwide, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, blueberry and cranberry consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 4.4% share.
The country with the largest volume of blueberry and cranberry production was the United States, comprising approx. 40% of total volume. Moreover, blueberry and cranberry production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Peru, with a 10% share.
In value terms, the largest blueberry and cranberry suppliers to Bulgaria were the Netherlands, Germany and Spain, together comprising 79% of total imports. These countries were followed by the Czech Republic, Poland, Serbia and Sweden, which together accounted for a further 18%.
In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for blueberry and cranberry exports from Bulgaria, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Switzerland, with a 14% share of total exports.
The average blueberry and cranberry export price stood at $2,876 per ton in 2021, surging by 8.2% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average blueberry and cranberry import price amounted to $6,641 per ton, increasing by 12% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the blueberry and cranberry market in Bulgaria. 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

Country coverage:

  • Bulgaria

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Bulgaria
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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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
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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 THE 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 EditionPRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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 Export

    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. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    14. Production Volume and Growth
    15. Yield and Growth
    16. Exports and Growth
    17. Export Prices and Growth
    18. Market Size and Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports and Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    28. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
    29. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    30. Imports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    31. Import Prices, by Country, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    34. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
    35. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    36. Exports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    37. Export Prices, by Country, 2012-2024

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