Global Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Fruit and Vegetable Type (Fruits, Vegetables, and Others), By Product Type (Fresh, Fresh-Cut, Canned, Frozen, Dried & Dehydrated, and Convenience), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Global Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Size Was Estimated at USD 9.78 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 6.01 % from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 18.58 Billion by 2035
• North America is Expected to Grow the fastest during the forecast period.

The Global Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Size was worth around USD 9.78 Billion in 2024 and is Predicted to Grow to around USD 18.58 Billion by 2035 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.01 % from 2025 and 2035. Growing health consciousness, the desire for convenience foods, technical developments, export potential, and value addition through creative packaging, longer shelf life, and a variety of product offerings are some of the opportunities in the fruit and vegetable processing market.

Market Overview

The industry that turns raw fruits and vegetables into more convenient, shelf-stable products that can be consumed or used later is known as the fruit and vegetable processing market. Cleaning, sorting, grading, chopping, drying, freezing, canning, juicing, fermenting, and packaging are all included in this fruit & vegetable processing market. Juices, jams, sauces, frozen vegetables, dried snacks, and prepared meals are just a few of the many processed products available in the fruit & vegetable processing market. The market for fruit & vegetable processing is driven by the growing need for convenience brought on by consumers' hectic lifestyles. The growing focus on building new facilities, marketing plans, and information-sharing initiatives to raise awareness and improve the use of processing fruits and vegetables is anticipated to support market expansion. Opportunities for the growth of this sector have been created by the rise in many households' per capita incomes as well as their disposable income. 

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the fruit & vegetable processing market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the fruit & vegetable processing market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, type launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the fruit & vegetable processing market. 

Driving Factors

The market for fruit and vegetable processing is growing as a result of dual-income households and significant changes in consumer lifestyle. Urbanization, shifting dietary habits, and improvements in food preservation technology are some of the factors driving the market, which is essential for lowering post-harvest losses, improving food security, and promoting agricultural sustainability. The increased consumer demand for convenience meals, increased health consciousness, urbanization, technical advancements, and expanding international commerce in processed agricultural products are some of the primary factors driving the fruit and vegetable processing market. 

Restraining Factors

High initial investment costs, restricted access to cutting-edge technology, poor cold chain infrastructure, regulatory obstacles, and customer preference for fresh product over processed alternatives are some of the problems that are restricting the fruit and vegetable processing market.

Market Segmentation

The fruit & vegetable processing market share is classified into fruit and vegetable type and product type.

• The fruits segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the fruit and vegetable type, the fruit & vegetable processing market is divided into fruits, vegetables, and others. Among these, the fruits segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The expansion of the fruit market is a result of consumers' growing desire for nutritious foods like organic and ready-to-eat fruits. Customers are urged to choose easily accessible and much more delicious fruit products, such as fruit juices, as they become more health-conscious.  

• The fresh segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the product type, the fruit & vegetable processing market is divided into fresh, fresh-cut, canned, frozen, dried & dehydrated, and convenience. Among these, the fresh segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Agricultural products with little processing are included in the fresh category. Vegetables and fruits are wrapped and stored to avoid spoiling or wasting them while being transported. The demand for fresh fruits and vegetables has increased as a result of numerous government programs and food policy councils designed to promote fruit and vegetable consumption.   

Regional Segment Analysis of the Fruit & Vegetable Processing Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

Asia Pacific is anticipated to hold the largest share of the fruit & vegetable processing market over the predicted timeframe.

Asia Pacific is anticipated to hold the largest share of the fruit & vegetable processing market over the predicted timeframe. The Asia-Pacific region benefits from a number of government programs that support regional technology developments. Fruit and vegetable production is higher than that of other crops, at least in nations like China, India, and Japan. The market for processing fruits and vegetables has a lot of room to grow in this region. Due to many customers' improved lifestyles and more disposable income, there is a growing demand for processed fruits and vegetables, even though fruit and vegetable cultivation is widespread in countries like India.   

North America is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR in the fruit & vegetable processing market during the forecast period. The high demand for convenience food products, sophisticated processing techniques, and a strong preference for sustainable and organic products make North America an attractive market for economic growth. Fruit and vegetable processing is becoming more and more necessary as the demand for convenience foods in the US keeps growing. The nation's citizens, especially those with busy schedules, prefer ready-to-eat meals and snacks that save time in meal preparation.  

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the fruit & vegetable processing market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes type development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Alfa Laval
• Krones AG
• Nestlé S.A
• GEA Group AG
• Sahyadri Farms
• AGRANA Group
• JBT Corporation
• Conagra Brands
• Olam International
• SVZ International B.V.
• Heat and Control, Inc.
• The Kraft Heinz Company
• ANKO FOOD MACHINE CO.LTD
• RAJE AGRO FOODS PRIVET LIMITED
• Others  

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs) 

Recent Development

• In December 2021, the production-linked program (PLI) of the Government of India granted Nestle India approval to operate in the food processing sector within the pertinent categories of processed fruits and vegetables and ready-to-eat/ready-to-cook foods. Under this program, Nestle India Limited's application to process fruits and vegetables was accepted.

• In September 2021, Quintus Technologies announced that it can be reentering the high pressure processing (HPP) industry for food and beverage applications with customized service solutions and state-of-the-art new HPP equipment.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the fruit & vegetable processing market based on the below-mentioned segments:  

Global Fruit & Vegetable Processing Market, By Fruit and Vegetable Type

• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Others

Global Fruit & Vegetable Processing Market, By Product Type

• Fresh
• Fresh-Cut
• Canned
• Frozen
• Dried & Dehydrated
• Convenience

Global Fruit & Vegetable Processing Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa