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Tomatoes are sizable, round, and pulpy fruits often consumed raw or cooked as a vegetable. They boast a red or yellowish skin and contain juicy pulp. Besides being used in raw or cooked forms, tomatoes are recognized for their antioxidant properties, contributing to potential protection against cancer.
There are various types of tomatoes available, including cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, roma tomatoes, beefsteak tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, tomatoes on the vine, green tomatoes, and others. Cherry tomatoes are relatively small, comparable in size to a large cherry or a small walnut. They are commonly used as garnishes in both hot and cold dishes. Cherry tomatoes are available in conventional and organic categories, distributed through various channels, including direct and indirect avenues, to end-users such as the food service industry and household or retail sectors.
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The tomatoes market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $182.13 billion in 2024 to $194.21 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to consumer demand and dietary trends, supply chain dynamics, government policies and regulations, climate and environmental factors, research and development.
The tomatoes market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $243.65 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing health and wellness trends, sustainable agriculture practices, trade and globalization, climate change adaptation, changing consumer preferences. Major trends in the forecast period include globalization of tomato supply chains, technological integration in supply chain management, growing importance of food safety standards, expansion of tomato-based product offerings, climate change resilience.
The increasing production of tomatoes is projected to drive the growth of the tomatoes market in the future. Tomatoes are large, round, edible, and pulpy vegetables that can be consumed raw or cooked, characterized by their red or yellowish skin and juicy pulp. They offer antioxidant protection against cancer. As tomato production rises, so does the demand for tomatoes in various food applications, thereby propelling market growth. For instance, in May 2024, the Agriculture Marketing Research Center, a U.S.-based organization, reported that the production value of fresh market tomatoes in the U.S. reached approximately $715.63 million in 2023. Processors anticipate contracted production across 248,000 acres, with an average yield of 50.0 tons per acre. Consequently, the increasing tomato production is a key driver of the tomatoes market.
Government initiatives are expected to further stimulate the growth of the tomatoes market in the coming years. These initiatives refer to actions, projects, or policies implemented by governments to tackle specific issues, achieve targeted goals, or create desired outcomes in various sectors. Governments aim to enhance the sustainability of tomato production, boost yields, and address challenges faced by tomato farmers, thereby fueling market growth. For example, in June 2023, the Consumer Affairs Ministry in India, responsible for implementing consumer protection laws and standards, launched a grand challenge. This initiative seeks to foster innovative, modular, and cost-effective solutions for developing technologies related to pre-production, primary processing, post-harvest, storage, and valorization of tomatoes. The goal is to create a comprehensive strategic solution for reducing losses while adding value. Therefore, government initiatives are contributing to the growth of the tomatoes market.
Product innovation stands out as a prominent trend in the tomatoes market, with major companies strategically focusing on the development of innovative products to fortify their market positions. An illustrative example is Hm.Clause, Inc., a sustainable agriculture firm based in the United States that specializes in breeding, production, and sales of vegetable seeds. In October 2022, the company introduced a Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) resistant tomato variety. This uniquely crafted variety boasts high agronomical values and effective IR (intermediate resistance) that provides value to growers. It offers enhanced prophylactic measures to prevent contamination, detect the virus, and control its further spread, contributing to the evolution of innovative solutions in the tomatoes market.
Major companies in the tomatoes market are directing their efforts towards strategic investments as a means to expand their operations and ensure long-term success. A strategic investment, characterized by its focus on long-term benefits, is exemplified by Delifood Agroindustries Sarl, an Africa-based food company. In March 2023, the company announced a CFA4 billion (Euro 61,000, $62,000) investment to establish a tomato processing plant in Douala, Africa. This substantial investment, totaling 4 billion FCFA ($0.006), is earmarked for the development of an industrial complex dedicated to the production, processing, and marketing of canned tomatoes. The initial phase of the project, set to commence imminently, aims to produce 5,400 tons of canned tomatoes, with the potential to create 150 jobs, thereby exemplifying a strategic approach to market expansion in the tomatoes industry.
In December 2022, Plant Agricultural Systems, a US-based company specializing in infrastructure provision and localized fresh produce, completed the acquisition of MightyVine. The financial details of this acquisition were not publicly disclosed. This strategic move aimed to combine resources to enhance the production of high-quality tomatoes and bolster innovative and efficient solutions within the industry. MightyVine, the acquired company, is a US-based producer of glasshouse tomatoes known for providing fresh and nutritious tomato products. The acquisition is expected to leverage the strengths of both entities to further improve the quality and innovation in tomato production.
Major companies operating in the tomatoes market include Houwelings International BV, Ontario Processing Vegetable Growers, Casalasco Societa Agricola S.p.A., Tomato Growers Supply Company, Magic Sun Ltd., Sahyadri Farms Post Harvest Care Ltd., Pacific Rim Produce, Gebroeders Duijvestijn Tomaten, Mucci Int'l Mrktg Inc., R&L Holt Ltd., West Coast Tomato LLC, Royal Pride Holland BV, The Morning Star Company, COFCO Tunhe Tomato Co. Ltd., Xinjiang Chalkis Company Ltd., Ingomar Packing Co., Conagra Brands Inc., Los Gatos Tomatos, Haohan Group Ltd., Campbell Soup Company, Olam International Ltd., Neil Jones Food Company, Stanislaus Food Products Co. Inc., Consorzio Interregionale Ortofrutticoli S.c.a.r.l., Sugal & Damani group, Pacific Coast Producers, Kagome Co. Ltd., Conservas Vegetales de Extremadura, Tat Gida Sanayi A.S., Del Monte Foods Inc., Xinjiang Guannong Tomato Products Co. Ltd., Mutti S.p.A.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the tomatoes market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the tomatoes market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the tomatoes market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the tomatoes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The tomatoes market consists of sales of kumato tomato, campari tomato, and blue tomatoes. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.