United States Cherry Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product (Sweet and Sour), By Application (Direct Consumption, Processed Products, Snacks & Confectionery, Dairy Products, and Others), and United States Cherry Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United States Cherry Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The US Cherry Market Size Was Estimated at USD 17,831.8 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 7.20% from 2025 to 2035
• The US Cherry Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 38,319.7 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The United States Cherry Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 38,319.7 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 7.20% from 2025 to 2035. The expansion of the United States cherry market is propelled by growing demand from consumers for wholesome fruits and increasing knowledge of the health advantages of fresh cherries, including their high antioxidant content.

Market Overview

The cherry is a non-climacteric stone fruit that usually grows in temperate regions and belongs to the genus Prunus. Cherries are highly rated for flavor, sweetness, appearance, and potential health benefits. Because cherries are a rich source of nutrients, have anti-inflammatory properties, vitamin C, and antioxidants, they are in demand by consumers. These nutrients support cardiovascular health, sleep function, mitigate the symptoms of gout and arthritis, and provide many health benefits. Given that consumers are now much more aware of the negative implications of eating processed foods and preservatives, they are increasingly selecting fresh foods like cherries, which they perceive to be higher quality and healthier food options. The majority of consumers are eating more cherries as a result of these changes, especially as people in less developed economies start earning more money and altering their eating patterns. The advent of urban farming is largely responsible for the expansion of the fresh cherry business. Processing demand for cherries, such as juice and jams, is contributing to growth in the sector. The USDA has made disaster assistance available to cherry producers as a result of adverse weather conditions affecting cherry production. The USDA provided $3 million in assistance to local cherry farmers in San Joaquin County following a subpar harvest.

USDA's Risk Management Agency (RMA) has enhanced cherry crop insurance plans. RMA will change the base period from one in three years to one in five years, extending the time frame for growers to reach minimum production standards beginning with the 2025 crop year.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United States cherry market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United States cherry market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product 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 United States cherry market.

Driving Factors

The growth of the United States cherry market is boosted due to growing consumer awareness of the product's health benefits, including its high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory content and potential to lower the risk of developing common chronic diseases. Individuals are now well aware of the benefits of eating cherries. The consumption of fresh cherries is rising as consumers become more concerned about their health and choose to eat natural, healthful foods.

Restraining Factors

The United States cherry market faces obstacles like seasonal availability, vulnerability to diseases and pests, and the risk of weather-related price fluctuations.

Market Segmentation

The United States Cherry Market share is classified into product and application.

• The sweet segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

The United States cherry market is segmented by product into sweet and sour. Among these, the sweet segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The segment is boosted by their versatility and great demand in the food and beverage business. Sweet cherries are in high demand as a fresh fruit and as an ingredient in goods like candies, jams, jellies, and juices because of their notable flavour and appearance. Growth within the sweet cherry market can be attributed to consumers' surplus demand for fresh fruit that is also of superior quality.

• The direct consumption segment held the highest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the application, the United States cherry market is segmented into direct consumption, processed products, snacks & confectionery, dairy products, and others. Among these, the direct consumption segment held the highest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is driven by the customer's increasing health awareness, with an increasingly popular emphasis on fresh fruits as a nutritious, convenient, quick snack. As cherries have significant health benefits, associated with a rich set of nutrients including great amounts of antioxidants, vitamin C, and anti-inflammatory ingredients, they are becoming a very popular fruit among health-conscious consumers.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United States cherry market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product 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

• Leelanau Fruit Company
• CMI Orchards
• Smeltzer Orchard Company
• Naturipe Berry Growers
• Valley Fresh
• Rainier Fruit
• Columbia Fruit Packers
• Chelan Fresh
• Washington Fruit Growers
• Stemilt Growers
• Others

Recent Development

• In September 2024, Jack & Coca-Cola Cherry Classic, a ready-to-drink canned cocktail, was introduced by Jack Daniel's. This product skillfully combines the fruity overtones of Coca-Cola Cherry with the powerful aromas of Tennessee whisky.

Key Target Audience

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

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the United States, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United States cherry market based on the following segments:

United States Cherry Market, By Product

• Sweet
• Sour

United States Cherry Market, By Application

• Direct Consumption
• Processed Products
• Snacks & Confectionery
• Dairy Products
• Others