The fruit and vegetable processing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $238.84 billion in 2024 to $257.26 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to supply chain efficiency, health and wellness trends, consumer demand for diversity, industrialization of agriculture, retail and distribution trends.
The fruit and vegetable processing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $357.01 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to plant-based diet movement, clean label and transparency, customization and personalization, rising urbanization, globalization and trade expansion. Major trends in the forecast period include food safety assurance, transparency and traceability, global flavors and exotic varieties, customization and personalization, functional and fortified foods.
The increasing demand for convenience food products is propelling the growth of the fruit and vegetable processing market. Convenience food, often defined as tertiary processed food, refers to ready-to-eat items that are prepared - typically through processing - in a way that allows for immediate consumption, with little to no preparation required. Many office workers are turning to these ready-to-eat options for their convenience. For example, in 2023, the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, a government department in India, projected that the global ready-to-eat (RTE) food market would grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% from 2023 to 2028. Therefore, the rising demand for convenience food products is significantly driving the fruit and vegetable processing market.
The growing demand for frozen foods is anticipated to enhance the growth of the fruit and vegetable processing market in the future. Frozen food refers to items that have been frozen to preserve them for a longer duration. The effectiveness of freezing as a preservation technique, which extends the shelf life of fruits and vegetables, drives the demand for processing these products into frozen items. This process helps reduce food waste and ensures that these products are available year-round. For example, in June 2022, a survey conducted by the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI), a trade association based in the U.S., found that 98.4% of surveyed U.S. consumers reported purchasing items from the frozen food section at least once a year. Among these consumers, 40% were identified as high-frequency buyers, purchasing frozen food daily or every few days, while an additional 28% made weekly purchases. The survey included responses from 1,525 U.S. consumers. Therefore, the increasing demand for frozen foods is significantly driving the growth of the fruit and vegetable processing market.
The adoption of energy-efficient food processing equipment is a key trend gaining traction in the fruit and vegetable processing market. Major companies are increasingly investing in energy-efficient technologies. For instance, in March 2022, the multi-level impingement freezer introduced by OctoFrost. This freezer utilizes a high-speed airstream from both sides, resulting in quicker freezing compared to other belt freezers. The emphasis on energy efficiency aligns with sustainability goals and enhances production efficiency, making it a prominent trend in the industry.
Key companies in the fruit and vegetable processing market are prioritizing the expansion of their facilities to enhance production capabilities. This expansion involves increasing the processing capacity of facilities that transform raw fruits and vegetables into various products, including canned, frozen, dried, and pureed items. For example, in July 2022, Conagra Brands, a U.S.-based food company, announced the opening of a new processing facility in Waseca, Minnesota. This 245,000-square-foot facility is specifically designed to process fresh vegetables, supporting Conagra's frozen meals business and its Birds Eye brand. Built from the ground up, the facility emphasizes automation to boost efficiency and improve food safety throughout all stages of processing. Featuring a cutting-edge design and specialized equipment, the facility ensures responsible and optimal processing of fresh vegetables. This modern facility replaces a 92-year-old plant in Waseca, resulting in a significant 20% increase in vegetable processing capacity.
In September 2024, Tweet/Garot Mechanical Inc., a U.S.-based company specializing in the design, engineering, fabrication, and installation of plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems, acquired G.J. Olney Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen Tweet/Garot Mechanical Inc.'s presence in the food and beverage industry by integrating G.J. Olney’s established product line into its offerings. The incorporation of G.J. Olney’s products enables Tweet/Garot to provide a wider array of innovative solutions in fruit and vegetable processing, further emphasizing its commitment to quality and growth within the sector. G.J. Olney Inc. is dedicated to delivering innovative machinery and services for fruit and vegetable processing, enhancing efficiency in food production.
Major companies operating in the fruit and vegetable processing market are Del Monte Foods, Bühler Holding AG, Alfa Laval AB, JBT Corporation, Syntegon Technology GmbH, Krones AG, Bigtem, FENCO Food Machinery SRL, Dole PLC., Heat and Control Inc., Conagra Foods, The Agrana Group, Sysco Corporation, B&G Foods Inc., Nestlé S.A., Albertsons Companies Inc., Olam International, SVZ International, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Kraft Heinz Company, GEA Group, Robert Bosch GmbH, Tetra Laval International S.A., SPX Flow Inc., KHS GmbH, HRS Process Systems Ltd., Turatti Srl, Sormac B.V., Vanmark Corporation, Key Technology Inc., TOMRA Systems ASA.
North America was the largest region in the fruit and vegetable processing market share in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the fruit and vegetable processing market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the fruit and vegetable processing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Fruit and vegetable processing involves methods aimed at extending the shelf life and preserving the quality of fruits and vegetables for prolonged storage. Processing, which can include activities like preparing juices, jams, and jellies, contributes to the preservation of these products.
The primary product types resulting from fruit and vegetable processing are fresh, fresh-cut, canned, frozen, dried and dehydrated, and convenient. Fresh products are minimally processed, enhancing functionality without significantly impacting freshness. These products maintain a fresh taste, show no noticeable change in appearance, and retain their nutritional value. Operations in fruit and vegetable processing can be categorized as automatic or semi-automatic, utilizing materials such as fruits and vegetables. Processing systems encompass large-scale, intermediate-scale, and small-scale processing, with equipment types including pre-processing, peeling/inspection/slicing, washing and dewatering, fillers, packaging and handling, seasoning systems, and other specialized equipment. This comprehensive approach ensures the suitability of processed fruits and vegetables for a variety of applications while preserving their inherent qualities.
The fruit and vegetable processing market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides fruit and vegetable processing market statistics, including fruit and vegetable processing industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a fruit and vegetable processing market share, detailed fruit and vegetable processing market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the fruit and vegetable processing industry. This fruit and vegetable processing market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
The fruit and vegetable processing market consist of sales of cleaning, trimming, and peeling, followed by cooking, canning, or freezing of fruit and vegetable processing products. 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 fruit and vegetable processing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $357.01 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to plant-based diet movement, clean label and transparency, customization and personalization, rising urbanization, globalization and trade expansion. Major trends in the forecast period include food safety assurance, transparency and traceability, global flavors and exotic varieties, customization and personalization, functional and fortified foods.
The increasing demand for convenience food products is propelling the growth of the fruit and vegetable processing market. Convenience food, often defined as tertiary processed food, refers to ready-to-eat items that are prepared - typically through processing - in a way that allows for immediate consumption, with little to no preparation required. Many office workers are turning to these ready-to-eat options for their convenience. For example, in 2023, the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, a government department in India, projected that the global ready-to-eat (RTE) food market would grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% from 2023 to 2028. Therefore, the rising demand for convenience food products is significantly driving the fruit and vegetable processing market.
The growing demand for frozen foods is anticipated to enhance the growth of the fruit and vegetable processing market in the future. Frozen food refers to items that have been frozen to preserve them for a longer duration. The effectiveness of freezing as a preservation technique, which extends the shelf life of fruits and vegetables, drives the demand for processing these products into frozen items. This process helps reduce food waste and ensures that these products are available year-round. For example, in June 2022, a survey conducted by the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI), a trade association based in the U.S., found that 98.4% of surveyed U.S. consumers reported purchasing items from the frozen food section at least once a year. Among these consumers, 40% were identified as high-frequency buyers, purchasing frozen food daily or every few days, while an additional 28% made weekly purchases. The survey included responses from 1,525 U.S. consumers. Therefore, the increasing demand for frozen foods is significantly driving the growth of the fruit and vegetable processing market.
The adoption of energy-efficient food processing equipment is a key trend gaining traction in the fruit and vegetable processing market. Major companies are increasingly investing in energy-efficient technologies. For instance, in March 2022, the multi-level impingement freezer introduced by OctoFrost. This freezer utilizes a high-speed airstream from both sides, resulting in quicker freezing compared to other belt freezers. The emphasis on energy efficiency aligns with sustainability goals and enhances production efficiency, making it a prominent trend in the industry.
Key companies in the fruit and vegetable processing market are prioritizing the expansion of their facilities to enhance production capabilities. This expansion involves increasing the processing capacity of facilities that transform raw fruits and vegetables into various products, including canned, frozen, dried, and pureed items. For example, in July 2022, Conagra Brands, a U.S.-based food company, announced the opening of a new processing facility in Waseca, Minnesota. This 245,000-square-foot facility is specifically designed to process fresh vegetables, supporting Conagra's frozen meals business and its Birds Eye brand. Built from the ground up, the facility emphasizes automation to boost efficiency and improve food safety throughout all stages of processing. Featuring a cutting-edge design and specialized equipment, the facility ensures responsible and optimal processing of fresh vegetables. This modern facility replaces a 92-year-old plant in Waseca, resulting in a significant 20% increase in vegetable processing capacity.
In September 2024, Tweet/Garot Mechanical Inc., a U.S.-based company specializing in the design, engineering, fabrication, and installation of plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems, acquired G.J. Olney Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen Tweet/Garot Mechanical Inc.'s presence in the food and beverage industry by integrating G.J. Olney’s established product line into its offerings. The incorporation of G.J. Olney’s products enables Tweet/Garot to provide a wider array of innovative solutions in fruit and vegetable processing, further emphasizing its commitment to quality and growth within the sector. G.J. Olney Inc. is dedicated to delivering innovative machinery and services for fruit and vegetable processing, enhancing efficiency in food production.
Major companies operating in the fruit and vegetable processing market are Del Monte Foods, Bühler Holding AG, Alfa Laval AB, JBT Corporation, Syntegon Technology GmbH, Krones AG, Bigtem, FENCO Food Machinery SRL, Dole PLC., Heat and Control Inc., Conagra Foods, The Agrana Group, Sysco Corporation, B&G Foods Inc., Nestlé S.A., Albertsons Companies Inc., Olam International, SVZ International, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Kraft Heinz Company, GEA Group, Robert Bosch GmbH, Tetra Laval International S.A., SPX Flow Inc., KHS GmbH, HRS Process Systems Ltd., Turatti Srl, Sormac B.V., Vanmark Corporation, Key Technology Inc., TOMRA Systems ASA.
North America was the largest region in the fruit and vegetable processing market share in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the fruit and vegetable processing market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the fruit and vegetable processing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Fruit and vegetable processing involves methods aimed at extending the shelf life and preserving the quality of fruits and vegetables for prolonged storage. Processing, which can include activities like preparing juices, jams, and jellies, contributes to the preservation of these products.
The primary product types resulting from fruit and vegetable processing are fresh, fresh-cut, canned, frozen, dried and dehydrated, and convenient. Fresh products are minimally processed, enhancing functionality without significantly impacting freshness. These products maintain a fresh taste, show no noticeable change in appearance, and retain their nutritional value. Operations in fruit and vegetable processing can be categorized as automatic or semi-automatic, utilizing materials such as fruits and vegetables. Processing systems encompass large-scale, intermediate-scale, and small-scale processing, with equipment types including pre-processing, peeling/inspection/slicing, washing and dewatering, fillers, packaging and handling, seasoning systems, and other specialized equipment. This comprehensive approach ensures the suitability of processed fruits and vegetables for a variety of applications while preserving their inherent qualities.
The fruit and vegetable processing market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides fruit and vegetable processing market statistics, including fruit and vegetable processing industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a fruit and vegetable processing market share, detailed fruit and vegetable processing market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the fruit and vegetable processing industry. This fruit and vegetable processing market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
The fruit and vegetable processing market consist of sales of cleaning, trimming, and peeling, followed by cooking, canning, or freezing of fruit and vegetable processing products. 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.
This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Characteristics3. Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Trends and Strategies4. Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including the Impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, and the Recovery from COVID-19 on the Market32. Global Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market34. Recent Developments in the Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
5. Global Fruit and Vegetable Processing Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Segmentation
7. Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
9. China Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
10. India Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
11. Japan Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
12. Australia Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
13. Indonesia Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
14. South Korea Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
15. Western Europe Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
16. UK Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
17. Germany Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
18. France Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
19. Italy Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
20. Spain Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
21. Eastern Europe Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
22. Russia Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
23. North America Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
24. USA Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
25. Canada Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
26. South America Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
27. Brazil Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
28. Middle East Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
29. Africa Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market
30. Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Fruit and Vegetable Processing Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on fruit and vegetable processing market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for fruit and vegetable processing? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The fruit and vegetable processing market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
- 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.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) by Product Type: Fresh; Fresh-Cut; Canned; Frozen; Dried and Dehydrated; Convenience2) by Operation Type: Automatic; Semi-Automatic
3) by Material: Fruits; Vegetables
4) by Processing Systems: Large-Scale Processing; Intermediate-Scale Processing; Small-Scale Processing
5) by Equipment Type: Pre-Processing; Peeling or Inspection or Slicing; Washing and Dewatering; Fillers; Packaging and Handling; Seasoning Systems; Other Equipment
Subsegments:
1) by Fresh: Whole Fresh Fruits; Whole Fresh Vegetables2) by Fresh-Cut: Fresh-Cut Fruits; Fresh-Cut Vegetables
3) by Canned: Canned Fruits; Canned Vegetables
4) by Frozen: Frozen Fruits; Frozen Vegetables
5) by Dried and Dehydrated: Dried Fruits; Dehydrated Vegetables
6) by Convenience: Ready-To-Eat Fruits; Ready-To-Eat Vegetables; Pre-Packaged Snacks
Key Companies Mentioned: Del Monte Foods; Bühler Holding AG; Alfa Laval AB; JBT Corporation; Syntegon Technology GmbH
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
Some of the major companies featured in this Fruit and Vegetable Processing market report include:- Del Monte Foods
- Bühler Holding AG
- Alfa Laval AB
- JBT Corporation
- Syntegon Technology GmbH
- Krones AG
- Bigtem
- FENCO Food Machinery SRL
- Dole PLC.
- Heat and Control Inc.
- Conagra Foods
- The Agrana Group
- Sysco Corporation
- B&G Foods Inc.
- Nestlé S.A.
- Albertsons Companies Inc.
- Olam International
- SVZ International
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Kraft Heinz Company
- GEA Group
- Robert Bosch GmbH
- Tetra Laval International S.A.
- SPX Flow Inc.
- KHS GmbH
- HRS Process Systems Ltd.
- Turatti Srl
- Sormac B.V.
- Vanmark Corporation
- Key Technology Inc.
- TOMRA Systems ASA
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | February 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 257.26 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 357.01 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 8.5% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 32 |
