Switzerland: Cherry Market 2025

Cherry Market Size in Switzerland

The Swiss cherry market dropped to $X in 2022, falling by -5.6% against the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -12.8% against 2019 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Cherry Production in Switzerland

In value terms, cherry production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a tangible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value 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. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -0.6% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by 114% against the previous year. Cherry production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average cherry yield in Switzerland soared to X tons per ha, with an increase of 38% on 2021. Overall, the yield saw perceptible growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 157% against the previous year. The cherry yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2014; however, from 2015 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, the cherry harvested area in Switzerland dropped to X ha, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the harvested area increased by 3.2% against the previous year. The cherry harvested area peaked at X ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cherry Exports

Exports from Switzerland

In 2022, exports of cherries from Switzerland contracted notably to X tons, falling by -31.7% on 2021. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 1,072% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cherry exports shrank markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a notable expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 594%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Spain (X kg) were the main destinations of cherry exports from Switzerland, with a combined 97% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +16.7%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for cherry exported from Switzerland were Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Spain ($X), together accounting for 96% of total exports.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +16.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cherry export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -26.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 55%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined significantly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Spain (+4.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cherry Imports

Imports into Switzerland

In 2022, the amount of cherries imported into Switzerland shrank notably to X tons, with a decrease of -19% against 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 36% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cherry imports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 43% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2021, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

Italy (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of cherry imports to Switzerland, with a combined 89% share of total imports. France, Greece, Belgium and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 9%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Belgium (with a CAGR of +16.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cherries to Switzerland, comprising 52% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy totaled -2.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+14.1% per year) and Germany (+0.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average cherry import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -14.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 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 Greece ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+6.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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