Northern America: Market for Cherries and Sour Cherries 2025

Market Size for Cherries and Sour Cherries in Northern America

In 2022, the North American cherry and sour cherry market increased by 8.8% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Production of Cherries and Sour Cherries in Northern America

In value terms, cherry and sour cherry production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 26%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The United States (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of cherry and sour cherry production, accounting for 95% of total volume. Moreover, cherry and sour cherry production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume in the United States was relatively modest.

In 2022, the average cherry and sour cherry yield in Northern America dropped to X tons per ha, waning by -7.4% against 2021. Over the period under review, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the yield increased by 17%. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the yield remained at a 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, approx. X ha of cherries and sour cherries were harvested in Northern America; remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the harvested area, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 3.5% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area attained the peak level of X ha. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the cherry and sour cherry harvested area remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Cherries and Sour Cherries

Exports in Northern America

Cherry and sour cherry exports reduced remarkably to X tons in 2022, which is down by -37.7% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, exports saw a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 43%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cherry and sour cherry exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 31% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States represented the major exporting country with an export of around X tons, which reached 78% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), making up a 22% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to cherry and sour cherry exports from the United States stood at -8.9%. At the same time, Canada (+4.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Canada emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Northern America, with a CAGR of +4.7% from 2012-2022. While the share of Canada (+16 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of the United States (-15.7 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest cherry and sour cherry supplier in Northern America, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 23% share of total exports.

In the United States, cherry and sour cherry exports shrank by an average annual rate of -4.3% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 30% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +5.0%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+5.0%).

Imports of Cherries and Sour Cherries

Imports in Northern America

In 2022, approx. X tons of cherries and sour cherries were imported in Northern America; which is down by -10.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports recorded a mild setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 35%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cherry and sour cherry imports rose significantly to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons) and Canada (X tons) represented roughly 99.9% of total imports in 2022.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +6.1%).

In value terms, the United States ($X) and Canada ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022.

Among the main importing countries, the United States, with a CAGR of +11.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, surging by 27% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.6%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+5.0%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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