France: Blueberry And Cranberry Market Overview 2021

Blueberry And Cranberry Market Size in France

After two years of growth, the French blueberry and cranberry market decreased by -X% to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, consumption saw a perceptible reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the market value increased by X% year-to-year. Blueberry and cranberry consumption peaked at $X in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Blueberry And Cranberry Production in France

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry production dropped to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. Overall, production showed a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2019, production failed to regain the momentum.

The average yield of blueberries and cranberries in France contracted to X tonnes per ha in 2019, waning by -X% on 2018. Over the period under review, the yield saw a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The blueberry and cranberry yield peaked at X tonnes per ha in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2019, the yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2019, the total area harvested in terms of blueberries and cranberries production in France contracted slightly to X ha, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the harvested area recorded a slight contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the harvested area increased by X% y-o-y. The blueberry and cranberry harvested area peaked at X ha in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Blueberry And Cranberry Exports

Exports from France

In 2019, approx. X tonnes of blueberries and cranberries were exported from France; picking up by X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Exports peaked in 2019 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry exports skyrocketed to $X in 2019. In general, exports continue to indicate prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Exports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Switzerland (X tonnes), Germany (X tonnes) and Italy (X tonnes) were the main destinations of blueberry and cranberry exports from France, with a combined X% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Poland, the UK, the Netherlands and Belgium, which together accounted for a further X 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Poland (+X% per year), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for blueberry and cranberry exported from France were Switzerland ($X), Germany ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Poland, the UK, the Netherlands and Belgium, which together accounted for a further X terms of the main countries of destination, Poland (+X% per year) recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average blueberry and cranberry export price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 an increase of X% y-o-y. As a result, export price reached the peak level of $X per tonne. From 2011 to 2019, the growth in terms of the average export prices failed to regain the momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to Poland ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Blueberry And Cranberry Imports

Imports into France

In 2019, overseas purchases of blueberries and cranberries decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry imports fell remarkably to $X in 2019. Overall, imports, however, posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tonnes), Morocco (X tonnes) and Peru (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of blueberry and cranberry imports to France, with a combined X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Peru (+X% per year), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest blueberry and cranberry suppliers to France were Spain ($X), Morocco ($X) and Peru ($X), together comprising X% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Peru (+X% per year) recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average blueberry and cranberry import price amounted to $X per tonne, dropping by -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per tonne in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per tonne), while the price for Spain ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for blueberries and cranberries in the world?

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The U.S. (872K tonnes) constituted the country with the largest volume of blueberry and cranberry consumption, accounting for 53% of total volume. Moreover, blueberry and cranberry consumption in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada (393K tonnes), twofold. Germany (62K tonnes) ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.8% share.

What are the largest producers of blueberries and cranberries in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of blueberry and cranberry production in 2019 were the U.S. (688K tonnes), Canada (390K tonnes) and Chile (132K tonnes), with a combined 75% share of global production. Peru, Mexico, Spain and Morocco lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 17%.

What are the leading suppliers of blueberries and cranberries to France?

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In value terms, the largest blueberry and cranberry suppliers to France were Spain ($17M), Morocco ($14M) and Peru ($3.3M), with a combined 73% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of blueberries and cranberries from France?

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In value terms, the largest markets for blueberry and cranberry exported from France were Switzerland ($10M), Germany ($6.6M) and Italy ($4.2M), together accounting for 65% of total exports. Poland, the UK, the Netherlands and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

What is the average export price for blueberries and cranberries in France?

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The average blueberry and cranberry export price stood at $6,906 per tonne in 2019, with a decrease of -8.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for blueberries and cranberries in France?

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The average blueberry and cranberry import price stood at $6,778 per tonne in 2019, declining by -12.8% against the previous year.