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Ireland: Blueberry And Cranberry Market 2025

Blueberry And Cranberry Market Size in Ireland

In 2022, the Irish blueberry and cranberry market increased by 17% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption showed strong growth. Blueberry and cranberry consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Blueberry And Cranberry Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, exports of blueberries and cranberries from Ireland was estimated at X tons, approximately reflecting 2021. Overall, exports recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 1,791% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry exports stood at $X in 2022. In general, exports showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 1,939%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for blueberry and cranberry exports from Ireland, accounting for a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany (X tons), with a 1.8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK amounted to +95.8%.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the UK totaled +90.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average blueberry and cranberry export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a mild decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 27% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany (-0.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Blueberry And Cranberry Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, purchases abroad of blueberries and cranberries decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 382%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 439% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Peru (X tons), Germany (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) were the main suppliers of blueberry and cranberry imports to Ireland, together accounting for 86% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Peru (with a CAGR of +206.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest blueberry and cranberry suppliers to Ireland were Peru ($X), Germany ($X) and South Africa ($X), together accounting for 84% of total imports.

Peru, with a CAGR of +173.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average blueberry and cranberry import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a pronounced slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 12%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+4.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for blueberries and cranberries in the world?

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of blueberry and cranberry consumption, comprising approx. 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.

What are the largest producers of blueberries and cranberries in the world?

The country with the largest volume of blueberry and cranberry production was the United States, accounting for 40% of total volume. Moreover, blueberry and cranberry production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, twofold. Peru ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of blueberries and cranberries to Ireland?

In value terms, the largest blueberry and cranberry suppliers to Ireland were the Netherlands, Peru and Chile, together accounting for 84% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of blueberries and cranberries from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for blueberry and cranberry exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for blueberries and cranberries in Ireland?

In 2021, the average blueberry and cranberry export price amounted to $7,592 per ton, with a decrease of -12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for blueberries and cranberries in Ireland?

In 2021, the average blueberry and cranberry import price amounted to $5,414 per ton, reducing by -2.1% against the previous year.

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

Ireland

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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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. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
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, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024