Global Fruit and Nut Farming Market - 2023-2030

Market Overview

The fruit and nut farming market includes sales of fruits and nuts by the sole traders, organizations, and partnerships that grow and harvest tree nut crops and fruit, including fruits such as mango, oranges, grapes, apples, and bananas, and tree nuts such as almonds, walnuts, and pecans. Fruits and nuts are primarily used as human food. Increasing consumer awareness about health helps to boost market demand. Some of the factors that help to boost market growth are a rise in the demand for wineries, an increase in the consumer's preference for the consumption of healthy food products, an increase in the per capita income of the consumers, and a surge in the government support to the new startups.

The global fruit and nut farming market was valued at USD YY million in 2022. It is forecasted to reach USD YY million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.45% during the forecast period (2023-2030).

Market Dynamics: Growing demand for the organic fruits and nuts helps to boost market growth

Increasing consumer demand for organic fruits and nuts for their health benefits helps boost the market growth. Consumers realize the importance of immunity in fighting against various diseases, and fruits and nuts are useful in boosting immunity. Organic fruits and nuts offer one of the best ways to enhance immunity, so consumers are willing to buy and even pay an additional price for organic food, which helps to boost market share in the forecast period. One of the most important realizations worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic is the need to develop strong immunity as a potential barrier against deadly viruses. Organic fruits and nuts are a rich source of antioxidants and nutrients essential to boost immunity. Organic fruit and nuts farming are done without pesticides, chemicals and herbicides. Various organic sources such as crop rotations, green manures, crop residues, legumes, animal manures, and organic waste from off-farm are used as a fertilizer to enhance the growth of the trees.

The production of organic fruits and nuts in vertical farming is the key trend that helps to boost the market growth. A vertical farm will increase food production per acre of land by sitting near an urban environment; this can minimize long distribution chains and get fresher food to consumers' tables. Major Key players in the market, such as Biorfarm, Koraput Organic, MyGreen Mart, Organic Tapovana, Plenty, Atlantica Agricola, Aero Farm Systems, Homecrop, Pindfresh, and UrbanKissan, are focusing on increasing their organic products in the market.

Market Segmentation: Tree nut farming segment accounted for the highest share in global fruit and nut farming market

Increase in demand for tree nuts as increased consumer awareness about their health benefits. Cashews and almonds are the two major products in the market. Almonds have high demand due to their health benefits awareness and availability. Tree nuts have gained significant penetration globally. Online sales channel has made it accessible to consumers across various part of the world. Increase in the usage of tree nut oils in cosmetics. Tree nuts oils are often used in the anti-aging treatment because they are used to keep skin moist and prevent it from aging. Due to the presence of antioxidants, tree nuts help reduce wrinkles and protect the skin from harm. Tree nuts are a rich source of proteins and minerals, with various health benefits. Also, an increase in the usage of tree nuts in the food and beverage industry helps to boost demand as market demand for tree nuts increased major key players focusing on tree nut farming with new technological advancements that helps to boost segment growth.

On the other hand, the market for online retail is projected at USD YY million in 2022 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR YY% during the forecast period (2023-2030) to reach USD YY million by 2030. The increasing trend of online shopping helps to boost sales of fruits and nuts and helps to boost segment growth. Consumers got a lot of options on online sales channels with multiple offers. Home delivery options attract more consumers to buy their products on online sales channels.

Geographical Penetration: Asia-Pacific is the dominating region during the forecast period

In 2022, Asia-Pacific had the highest revenue share of almost YY percent. India, China, and Japan are the major shareholding countries in the region due to the increased consumer disposable income and population. Also, an increase in government support for fruit and nuts farming helps to boost the market growth in the forecast year. The consumer's awareness to buy higher priced fruits rather than processed food in the forecast period has increased. Increasing the demand for fruits and nuts in processed food and beverage products helps boost regional market growth. Consumer preference in developing countries like India and China for a healthy lifestyle increases demand for fruits and nuts. Major Key players in the region are engaged in developing new varieties of products that create new opportunities for fruit and nut farming. The key companies operating in the region are South Valley Farms; Paramount Farming; Agril and Farming Co Inc; Braden Farms; Farmland Management Services, among others. Increasing research and development activities and products launched help boost regional growth in the forecast period.

Competitive Landscape:

The global fruit and nut farming market is competitive in nature, with the leading players capturing a whopping share in revenues. Total Produce plc, Olam International, Chiquita Brands International Sarl, Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc., Sunkist Growers Inc., Soufflet SA, Blue Diamond Growers, Costa Group Holdings Ltd., Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., and Yuan Longping High-Tech Agriculture Co. Ltd. are focused on technology advances for new launches at affordable prices. The major players are utilizing strategies including acquisitions & mergers, regional expansion, and partnerships to stand out as strong competitors in the market. Increased focus on R&D and new product launches are additional ways the key players improve their market presence. In October 2020, Total Produce's Oppenheimer took a majority stake in avocado supplier Eco Farms. Eco farms produced organic and inorganic avocados, dragon fruit, kumquats and citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges and tangerines for the retail and food service sectors. Its portfolio consists of Eco Farms' namesake brand, Rainbow and TNT. Some key players follow merger and acquisition strategies to expand their business. For instance, in February 2021, Total Produce merged with the Dole Food Company to become a major public Company in the United States. Total Produce is one of the world's largest fresh produce producers and providers. In April 2021, Mondelez International and Olam Food Ingredients completed a partnership in Asia to create the world's largest sustainable commercial cocoa farm. This partnership creates 700 new jobs for residents in the Area. In June 2021, Olam released a global sustainability strategy for supporting nuts cashew farmers. The Company supported over 50,000 cashew farmers over the last decade.

COVID-19 Impact: Positive impact on the global fruit and nut farming market

The COVID-19 pandemic has positively impacted the market due to growing awareness of health and nutritional diets. Therefore, this led to surging demand for fruits and nuts globally. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for fruits increased as consumers perceived them as being healthier and good for immunity. There has been a paradigm shift in India post the 2020 pandemic as consumers began to buy more organic fruits as a preventive health measure. This change in perception is likely to drive the growth of the fruits and nuts farming market in the future as well. Kraft Heinz, one of the key players in the organic fruits & vegetable market, announced that net sales in the year 2020 increased by 4.8% compared to fiscal 2019. E-commerce sales grew by more than 100% and now account for more than 5% of the company's global sales. In the first quarter of 2021, Kraft Heinz expects organic net sales growth to be flat to positive. The first quarter will compare to the previous year's first quarter, which includes a six-point to seven-point contribution to organic net sales growth.

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