Exotic Fruit Market Report 2026

The exotic fruit market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $19.35 billion in 2025 to $20.77 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to globalization of food consumption, rising health awareness, expansion of international trade, growth of specialty retail stores, increasing disposable income.

The exotic fruit market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $27.31 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to functional food demand growth, expansion of organic farming, rising plant based diets, growth of e commerce grocery platforms, premium fruit consumption trends. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for tropical and exotic fruits, growth of organic exotic fruit consumption, expansion of global fruit trade, increased use of exotic fruits in beverages, growth of online fresh produce sales.

The rising demand for organic fruits is expected to accelerate the expansion of the exotic fruit market in the coming years. Organic fruits are those grown without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs), following environmentally responsible farming practices. Demand for organic fruit remains strong due to growing consumer awareness of health benefits, environmental sustainability, and a desire for products free from chemicals. Adding exotic fruits such as dragon fruit, rambutan, and guanabana to organic offerings provides health-conscious consumers with a distinctive and diverse range of nutrient-dense options. For example, in April 2025, the Organic Trade Association (OTA), a U.S.-based nonprofit organization, reported that U.S. sales of organic produce, including organic fruits, reached $21.5 billion in 2024, representing 30.1% of total organic sales and highlighting sustained consumer preference for organic fresh fruit over conventional alternatives. Thus, the increasing demand for organic fruits is helping to drive growth in the exotic fruit market.

Leading companies in the exotic fruit industry are focusing on advanced packaging technologies and promoting sustainable consumption practices to meet the increasing demand for eco-friendly and ethically sourced products. These sustainable practices involve reducing waste, lowering environmental impact, and ensuring socially, economically, and environmentally responsible production and consumption. For instance, in September 2023, Frieda's Branded Produce, a US-based food and beverage services company, introduced Frieda’s Passion Fruit Three-Pack. This product stands out with its sweet-tart flavor combination and convenient, freshness-preserving packaging. Its bold, eye-catching design protects the delicate fruit and appeals to consumers seeking unique exotic fruit options.

In March 2024, Unifrutti Group, a UAE-based food production company, acquired Bomarea and the Peruvian operations of AvoAmerica (AvoAmerica Peru) from Solum Partners and Alpine Fresh, for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition strengthens Unifrutti's global multi-fruit portfolio by adding premium avocados to meet the rising global demand for healthy produce. The move enhances the company's ability to supply high-quality avocados to its worldwide customer base. Solum Partners is a US-based agricultural investment firm, and Alpine Fresh is a US-based fresh fruit and vegetable company that specializes in farming exotic fruits, including premium blueberries and avocados.

Major companies operating in the exotic fruit market are Dole plc, Del Monte Foods Inc., Fyffes International Holdings Limited, Nature's Pride B.V., The Fruit Company, SPECIAL FRUIT NV, TFC Holland B.V., SOL Organica, Sun World International LLC, Vegaproduce, Lemonconcentrate S.L.U., Farmley, Tropical Fruit Box, Melissa’s, La Fruitière du Val Evel, Barth Fruit AG/LTD, DECCAN EXOTICS PRIVATE LIMITED, Veliyath Garden, Greenyard NV, Total Produce plc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the exotic fruit market in 2025. The regions covered in the exotic fruit market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the exotic fruit market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The exotic fruit market consists of sales of mangoes, pineapples, lychees, and guavas. 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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