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United Kingdom: Carrot And Turnip Market 2025

Carrot And Turnip Market Size in the UK

In 2022, the UK carrot and turnip market decreased by -1% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Carrot and turnip consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Carrot And Turnip Production in the UK

In value terms, carrot and turnip production rose modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated a slight increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% 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 -3.4% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 48% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of carrots and turnips in the UK fell modestly to X tons per ha in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against 2021. Overall, the yield, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 11%. The carrot and turnip yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2014; however, from 2015 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, approx. X ha of carrots and turnips were harvested in the UK; therefore, remained relatively stable against 2021. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% 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 2016 when the harvested area increased by 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to carrot and turnip production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Carrot And Turnip Exports

Exports from the UK

In 2022, shipments abroad of carrots and turnips increased by 71% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a noticeable descent. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, carrot and turnip exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a pronounced descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 59% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Ireland (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main destinations of carrot and turnip exports from the UK, together accounting for 81% of total exports. Spain, Italy, France and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 6.6%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Italy (with a CAGR of +153.8%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for carrot and turnip exported from the UK were Ireland ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Spain ($X), together comprising 71% of total exports. Italy, Germany, France and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 5.9%.

Italy, with a CAGR of +149.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average carrot and turnip export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -9.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a slight setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price increased by 23%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, 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 Belgium (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Carrot And Turnip Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of carrots and turnips, when their volume decreased by -47.1% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 80% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, carrot and turnip imports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 45%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Ireland (X tons) were the main suppliers of carrot and turnip imports to the UK, together comprising 54% of total imports. Spain, France, Israel, Poland and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of +36.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest carrot and turnip suppliers to the UK were Italy ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Spain ($X), together accounting for 50% of total imports. France, Ireland, Israel, Poland and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Poland, with a CAGR of +41.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average carrot and turnip import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 12% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 28%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+3.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of carrot and turnip consumption was China, comprising approx. 43% of total volume. Moreover, carrot and turnip consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Uzbekistan, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 4.1% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of carrot and turnip production, comprising approx. 44% of total volume. Moreover, carrot and turnip production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Uzbekistan, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 3.8% share.
In value terms, Italy, Spain and the Netherlands constituted the largest carrot and turnip suppliers to the UK, with a combined 56% share of total imports.
In value terms, Ireland remains the key foreign market for carrot and turnip exports from the UK, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 6.3% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with a 3.2% share.
The average carrot and turnip export price stood at $627 per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year.
The average carrot and turnip import price stood at $719 per ton in 2021, leveling off at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the carrot and turnip market in the UK. 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 426 - Carrot

Country coverage:

  • United Kingdom

Data coverage:

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

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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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