Pears Market Report 2026

The pears market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $34.19 billion in 2025 to $36.3 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of pear cultivation globally, growing household fruit consumption, rising use of pears in desserts and preserves, improvements in cold chain logistics, strong presence in traditional retail channels.

The pears market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $44.6 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for organic fruits, expansion of direct-to-consumer fruit delivery, rising use of pears in functional foods, increasing investment in sustainable orchards, growing adoption of digital agriculture practices. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for fresh and organic pears, rising adoption of controlled storage technologies, expansion of online fresh fruit sales, growing use of pears in processed foods, enhanced focus on traceable fruit supply chains.

The rise in consumer health consciousness is expected to drive the growth of the pear market going forward. Consumer health consciousness refers to increased awareness and concern about personal well-being, encouraging individuals to make informed choices regarding diet, lifestyle, and food consumption. This shift is driven by greater access to health-related information, growing prevalence of chronic diseases, and a stronger emphasis on preventive healthcare. Pears are nutrient-dense fruits rich in dietary fiber, essential vitamins, and minerals, making them well suited to health-focused diets. Their high fiber content supports digestive health and assists with weight management by promoting a feeling of fullness. For instance, in October 2025, according to the International Food Information Council, a U.S.-based non-profit organization, the top diets Americans reported following in 2025 were high-protein diets (23%) and mindful eating (19%). Additionally, more than six in ten Americans expressed concern about their sugar intake. Therefore, the rise in consumer health consciousness is driving the growth of the pear market.

Major companies operating in the pear market are focusing on technological advancements such as automated packing and sorting lines to improve operational efficiency, enhance fruit quality, and reduce dependence on manual labor. Automated packing and sorting systems integrate gentle fruit handling, optical defect-detection cameras, bin washing, and automated bagging and boxing, replacing traditional labor-intensive processes. These systems enable higher throughput, reduce bruising, and ensure consistent sizing and quality. For instance, in September 2024, Stemilt Growers, a U.S.-based fruit grower and packer, launched a new automated pear packing line at its Wenatchee facility. The system includes double defect-sort cameras that inspect both sides of each pear, adjustable soft-belt brush beds for gentle conveyance, bin-washing stations, and automatic bagging and boxing capabilities. This technology minimizes scuffing and bruising, improves grading accuracy, accelerates packing operations, and ensures higher-quality pears reach retailers and consumers.

In December 2024, Prevar, a New Zealand-based fruit breeding company, partnered with Okanagan Specialty Fruits (OSF) and Plant & Food Research to develop next-generation apple and pear varieties using advanced breeding technologies. Through this collaboration, the partners aim to create new cultivars with enhanced pest and disease resistance, improved fruit quality, and reduced post-harvest waste. Okanagan Specialty Fruits is a Canada-based fruit innovation firm, while Plant & Food Research is a New Zealand-based horticultural research institute.

Major companies operating in the pears market are Dole plc, FirstFruits Farms, Giumarra Companies, Stemilt Growers LLC, Fresh Fruits Company, Washington Fruit Growers, Monson Fruit Co., Pacific Coast Fruit Company, Chelan Fresh, The Fruit Company, Oppy, Columbia Fruit Packers Inc., Domex Superfresh Growers, Rainier Fruit Company, Harry & David, Starr Ranch Growers, Diamond Fruit Growers, Honeybear Brands, Underwood Fruit and Warehouse Company, Gilbert Orchards, Orchard View Farms, Sage Fruit Company, CMI Orchards, Golden Bay Fruit, William H. Kopke Jr. Inc., Duckwall Fruit, Pear Bureau Northwest, Blue Star Growers, Orchard Fruit Co., Salix Fruits, Devos Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the pears market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the pears market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the pears market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The pears market consists of sales of fresh pears, processed pears, frozen pears, organic and specialty pears. 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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