Middle East & Africa Berries Market Size and Forecast (2021

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The Middle East and Africa Berries Market size is projected to reach US$ 11,362.8 Million by 2034, rising from US$ 5,829.5 Million in 2025. The market is forecast to register a CAGR of 7.9% during the period from 2026 to 2034.

Executive Summary and Middle East and Africa Berries Market Analysis:

The Middle East & Africa berries market is experiencing gradual expansion, supported by affluent expatriate communities, growing health awareness, and the continued development of modern retail infrastructure. Premium imported fruits have gained popularity among consumers with higher purchasing power, positioning berries as both luxury food items and nutrient-rich products. As a result, strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are increasingly available through premium supermarkets, specialty retailers, hotels, and foodservice establishments.

Africa is also emerging as an important production base for berries, particularly in Morocco and South Africa. Favorable growing conditions, expanding agricultural investments, and export-oriented farming practices are strengthening berry cultivation in these countries. In addition to supplying international markets, domestic consumption is increasing as awareness of the nutritional value of berries improves. The adoption of greenhouse cultivation, precision agriculture, and drip irrigation is helping growers overcome water scarcity and challenging climatic conditions, particularly in arid and semi-arid areas.

Market expansion is further supported by the increasing popularity of antioxidant-rich and nutrient-dense foods, alongside the growth of organized retail and premium grocery formats. However, elevated import expenses, inadequate cold-storage facilities, and fragmented transportation networks remain significant barriers. Continued investment in domestic cultivation, refrigerated logistics, post-harvest handling, and distribution infrastructure will be essential for improving market penetration and ensuring a reliable supply of berries across the region.

Strategic Insights

Middle East and Africa Berries Market Segmentation Analysis:

By Type, the Middle East and Africa Berries Market is segmented into Blueberry, Strawberry, Raspberry, and Others. The Strawberry segment dominated the market in 2025.

By Nature, the Middle East and Africa Berries Market is segmented into Organic and Conventional. The Conventional segment dominated the market in 2025.

By Packaging Type, the Middle East and Africa Berries Market is segmented into Clamshells, Pouches, Cartons, Tubs, and Others. The Clamshells segment dominated the market in 2025.

By Distribution Channel, the Middle East and Africa Berries Market is segmented into B2B, Food and Beverage, Pharmaceuticals and Dietary Supplements, Personal Care and Cosmetics, Others, Retail, Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Convenience Stores, Online Retail, and Farmers Market and Others. The B2B segment dominated the market in 2025.

Market Report Scope

Middle East and Africa Berries Market Outlook

Berries have a relatively short shelf life and are highly susceptible to bruising, moisture loss, contamination, and deterioration. Consequently, appropriate packaging is essential to preserve freshness, protect products during transportation, and extend their marketable life. Although conventional plastic packaging remains widely used because of its durability and protective characteristics, growing environmental concerns are encouraging producers and retailers to adopt more sustainable alternatives.

The development of recyclable, compostable, and biodegradable packaging is creating opportunities to reduce the environmental footprint associated with berry distribution. New solutions include plant-based films, molded-fiber trays, recyclable containers, and active packaging technologies designed to regulate oxygen and moisture levels or provide antimicrobial protection. These innovations can improve product quality and reduce spoilage throughout the supply chain while supporting sustainability objectives.

Sustainable packaging is also becoming an important element of brand positioning. Consumers increasingly associate environmentally responsible packaging with product quality and responsible business practices. Retailers can benefit from packaging formats that improve storage efficiency, reduce product losses, and comply with evolving waste-management requirements. Furthermore, insulated, reusable, and protective packaging solutions are particularly relevant to online grocery sales, where berries must withstand last-mile transportation.

As e-commerce and modern retail continue to expand across the Middle East and Africa, packaging innovation is expected to support more efficient distribution while improving consumer confidence. The combination of sustainability, product protection, and logistics efficiency creates new opportunities for berry suppliers and retailers seeking to respond to changing market expectations.

Middle East and Africa Berries Market Country Insights

By country, the Middle East and Africa Berries Market is segmented into South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the Rest of Middle East and Africa. The Rest of Middle East and Africa held the largest share in 2025.

The Rest of Middle East and Africa, including Morocco, Egypt, and Kenya, represents a diverse market where expanding domestic production coexists with significant dependence on imported berries. Strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are increasingly consumed in major urban centers as health consciousness, purchasing power, and exposure to international food trends continue to rise.

Local production is expanding through greenhouse agriculture, modern irrigation systems, and improved cultivation practices in areas with suitable climatic conditions. These developments are helping producers meet domestic demand while creating opportunities to supply international markets. Supermarkets, specialty food stores, and e-commerce platforms are becoming increasingly important distribution channels, improving access to fresh and processed berries.

Nevertheless, high import costs, limited refrigerated storage, and inefficient logistics continue to constrain market development. Government-backed agricultural modernization programs and investments in production quality, irrigation, cold-chain infrastructure, and transportation are expected to improve the region's supply capabilities. With urbanization and consumer interest in healthier diets continuing to increase, the broader regional market is expected to maintain steady growth.

Middle East and Africa Berries Market Company Profiles

Some of the prominent companies operating in the market include Dole Plc, Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc, Fruitist (Agrovision Corp), Naturipe Farms LLC, Driscoll's, Inc., BerryWorld Group Holdings Limited, Hortifrut S.A., Wish Farms Inc., S&A Group Holdings Limited, Berries Paradise, S.A.P.I de C.V., Camposol Holding PLC, Euroberry, Vanguard Group International, Trucao Berries, and Berries Pride.

These market participants are pursuing strategies including geographic expansion, product innovation, capacity development, strategic partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions to strengthen their competitive positioning, broaden their product portfolios, and increase their share of the growing berries market.

Product Code: TIPRE00043979

1. Executive Summary

1.1 Analyst Market Outlook

2. Global Berries Market Landscape

2.1 Overview
2.2 Value Chain Analysis
2.3 Supply Chain Analysis
- 2.3.1 List of Manufacturers/Suppliers
- 2.3.2 List of Potential Customers (Upto 50)
2.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
2.5 PEST Analysis

3. Competitive Landscape

3.1 Company Benchmarking by Key Players
3.2 Market Share Analysis, 2025 - By Key Players
3.3 Market Concentration

4. Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Key Industry Dynamics

4.1 Market Drivers
4.2 Market Restraints
4.3 Market Opportunities
4.4 Future Trends
4.5 Impact of Drivers and Restraints:

5. Berries Market - Middle East and Africa Analysis

5.1 Middle East and Africa Berries Market Volume (Kilo Tons), 2021 - 2034
5.2 Middle East and Africa Berries Market Volume Forecast and Analysis (Kilo Tons)
5.3 Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue (US$ Million), 2021 - 2034
5.4 Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast Analysis

6. Middle East and Africa Berries Market Volume and Revenue Analysis - by Type

6.1 Middle East and Africa Berries Market Forecast and Analysis by Type
- 6.1.1 Blueberry
  - 6.1.1.1 Overview
  - 6.1.1.2 Blueberry: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 6.1.1.3 Blueberry: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 6.1.2 Strawberry
  - 6.1.2.1 Overview
  - 6.1.2.2 Strawberry: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 6.1.2.3 Strawberry: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 6.1.3 Raspberry
  - 6.1.3.1 Overview
  - 6.1.3.2 Raspberry: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 6.1.3.3 Raspberry: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 6.1.4 Others
  - 6.1.4.1 Overview
  - 6.1.4.2 Others: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 6.1.4.3 Others: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)

7. Middle East and Africa Berries Market Volume and Revenue Analysis - by Nature

7.1 Middle East and Africa Berries Market Forecast and Analysis by Nature
- 7.1.1 Organic
  - 7.1.1.1 Overview
  - 7.1.1.2 Organic: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 7.1.1.3 Organic: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 7.1.2 Conventional
  - 7.1.2.1 Overview
  - 7.1.2.2 Conventional: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 7.1.2.3 Conventional: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)

8. Middle East and Africa Berries Market Volume and Revenue Analysis - by Packaging Type

8.1 Middle East and Africa Berries Market Forecast and Analysis by Packaging Type
- 8.1.1 Clamshells
  - 8.1.1.1 Overview
  - 8.1.1.2 Clamshells: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 8.1.1.3 Clamshells: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 8.1.2 Pouches
  - 8.1.2.1 Overview
  - 8.1.2.2 Pouches: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 8.1.2.3 Pouches: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 8.1.3 Cartons
  - 8.1.3.1 Overview
  - 8.1.3.2 Cartons: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 8.1.3.3 Cartons: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 8.1.4 Tubs
  - 8.1.4.1 Overview
  - 8.1.4.2 Tubs: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 8.1.4.3 Tubs: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 8.1.5 Others
  - 8.1.5.1 Overview
  - 8.1.5.2 Others: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 8.1.5.3 Others: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)

9. Middle East and Africa Berries Market Volume and Revenue Analysis - by Distribution Channel

9.1 Middle East and Africa Berries Market Forecast and Analysis by Distribution Channel
- 9.1.1 B2B
  - 9.1.1.1 Overview
  - 9.1.1.2 B2B: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.1.3 B2B: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 9.1.2 Food and Beverage
  - 9.1.2.1 Overview
  - 9.1.2.2 Food and Beverage: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.2.3 Food and Beverage: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 9.1.3 Pharmaceuticals and Dietary Supplements
  - 9.1.3.1 Overview
  - 9.1.3.2 Pharmaceuticals and Dietary Supplements: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.3.3 Pharmaceuticals and Dietary Supplements: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 9.1.4 Personal Care and Cosmetics
  - 9.1.4.1 Overview
  - 9.1.4.2 Personal Care and Cosmetics: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.4.3 Personal Care and Cosmetics: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 9.1.5 Others
  - 9.1.5.1 Overview
  - 9.1.5.2 Others: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.5.3 Others: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 9.1.6 Retail
  - 9.1.6.1 Overview
  - 9.1.6.2 Retail: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.6.3 Retail: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 9.1.7 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
  - 9.1.7.1 Overview
  - 9.1.7.2 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.7.3 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 9.1.8 Convenience Stores
  - 9.1.8.1 Overview
  - 9.1.8.2 Convenience Stores: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.8.3 Convenience Stores: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 9.1.9 Online Retail
  - 9.1.9.1 Overview
  - 9.1.9.2 Online Retail: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.9.3 Online Retail: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)
- 9.1.10 Farmers Market and Others
  - 9.1.10.1 Overview
  - 9.1.10.2 Farmers Market and Others: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (Kilo Tons)
  - 9.1.10.3 Farmers Market and Others: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million)

10. Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Country Analysis

10.1 Middle East and Africa
- 10.1.1 Middle East and Africa Berries Market Forecast and Analysis - by Country
  - 10.1.1.1 South Africa Market
    - 10.1.1.1.1 South Africa: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue, Volume, and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million, Kilo Tons)
    - 10.1.1.1.2 South Africa: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - By Segmentation
      - 10.1.1.1.2.1 Type
      - 10.1.1.1.2.2 Nature
      - 10.1.1.1.2.3 Packaging Type
      - 10.1.1.1.2.4 Distribution Channel
  - 10.1.1.2 Saudi Arabia Market
    - 10.1.1.2.1 Saudi Arabia: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue, Volume, and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million, Kilo Tons)
    - 10.1.1.2.2 Saudi Arabia: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - By Segmentation
      - 10.1.1.2.2.1 Type
      - 10.1.1.2.2.2 Nature
      - 10.1.1.2.2.3 Packaging Type
      - 10.1.1.2.2.4 Distribution Channel
  - 10.1.1.3 United Arab Emirates Market
    - 10.1.1.3.1 United Arab Emirates: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue, Volume, and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million, Kilo Tons)
    - 10.1.1.3.2 United Arab Emirates: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - By Segmentation
      - 10.1.1.3.2.1 Type
      - 10.1.1.3.2.2 Nature
      - 10.1.1.3.2.3 Packaging Type
      - 10.1.1.3.2.4 Distribution Channel
  - 10.1.1.4 Rest of Middle East and Africa Market
    - 10.1.1.4.1 Rest of Middle East and Africa: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - Revenue, Volume, and Forecast, 2021 - 2034 (US$ Million, Kilo Tons)
    - 10.1.1.4.2 Rest of Middle East and Africa: Middle East and Africa Berries Market - By Segmentation
      - 10.1.1.4.2.1 Type
      - 10.1.1.4.2.2 Nature
      - 10.1.1.4.2.3 Packaging Type
      - 10.1.1.4.2.4 Distribution Channel

11 Berries Market Industry Landscape

12 - Key Company Profiles

12.1 Dole Plc
- 12.1.1 Key Facts
- 12.1.2 Business Description
- 12.1.3 Products and Services
- 12.1.4 Financial Overview
- 12.1.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.1.6 Key Developments
12.2 Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc
- 12.2.1 Key Facts
- 12.2.2 Business Description
- 12.2.3 Products and Services
- 12.2.4 Financial Overview
- 12.2.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.2.6 Key Developments
12.3 Fruitist (Agrovision Corp)
- 12.3.1 Key Facts
- 12.3.2 Business Description
- 12.3.3 Products and Services
- 12.3.4 Financial Overview
- 12.3.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.3.6 Key Developments
12.4 Naturipe Farms LLC
- 12.4.1 Key Facts
- 12.4.2 Business Description
- 12.4.3 Products and Services
- 12.4.4 Financial Overview
- 12.4.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.4.6 Key Developments
12.5 Driscoll's, Inc.
- 12.5.1 Key Facts
- 12.5.2 Business Description
- 12.5.3 Products and Services
- 12.5.4 Financial Overview
- 12.5.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.5.6 Key Developments
12.6 BerryWorld Group Holdings Limited
- 12.6.1 Key Facts
- 12.6.2 Business Description
- 12.6.3 Products and Services
- 12.6.4 Financial Overview
- 12.6.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.6.6 Key Developments
12.7 Hortifrut S.A.
- 12.7.1 Key Facts
- 12.7.2 Business Description
- 12.7.3 Products and Services
- 12.7.4 Financial Overview
- 12.7.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.7.6 Key Developments
12.8 Wish Farms Inc.
- 12.8.1 Key Facts
- 12.8.2 Business Description
- 12.8.3 Products and Services
- 12.8.4 Financial Overview
- 12.8.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.8.6 Key Developments
12.9 S&A Group Holdings Limited
- 12.9.1 Key Facts
- 12.9.2 Business Description
- 12.9.3 Products and Services
- 12.9.4 Financial Overview
- 12.9.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.9.6 Key Developments
12.10 Berries Paradise, S.A.P.I de C.V.
- 12.10.1 Key Facts
- 12.10.2 Business Description
- 12.10.3 Products and Services
- 12.10.4 Financial Overview
- 12.10.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.10.6 Key Developments
12.11 Camposol Holding PLC
- 12.11.1 Key Facts
- 12.11.2 Business Description
- 12.11.3 Products and Services
- 12.11.4 Financial Overview
- 12.11.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.11.6 Key Developments
12.12 Euroberry
- 12.12.1 Key Facts
- 12.12.2 Business Description
- 12.12.3 Products and Services
- 12.12.4 Financial Overview
- 12.12.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.12.6 Key Developments
12.13 Vanguard Group International
- 12.13.1 Key Facts
- 12.13.2 Business Description
- 12.13.3 Products and Services
- 12.13.4 Financial Overview
- 12.13.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.13.6 Key Developments
12.14 Trucao Berries
- 12.14.1 Key Facts
- 12.14.2 Business Description
- 12.14.3 Products and Services
- 12.14.4 Financial Overview
- 12.14.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.14.6 Key Developments
12.15 Berries Pride
- 12.15.1 Key Facts
- 12.15.2 Business Description
- 12.15.3 Products and Services
- 12.15.4 Financial Overview
- 12.15.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.15.6 Key Developments

13. Appendix

13.1 Glossary
13.2 Research Methodology and Approach
- 13.2.1 Secondary Research
- 13.2.2 Primary Research
- 13.2.3 Market Estimation Approach
  - 13.2.3.1 Supply Side Analysis
  - 13.2.3.2 Demand Side Analysis
- 13.2.4 Research Assumptions and Limitations
- 13.2.5 Currency Conversion
13.3 About The Insight Partners
13.4 Market Intelligence Cloud