Fruit and Vegetable Ingredients Market Size

Fruits and Vegetables Ingredients Market Analysis

The fruit and vegetable ingredients market was valued at USD 212.3 billion for the current year and is projected to register a CAGR of 4.95% over the next five years.

• The ongoing trend of healthy snacking, supported by the increasing number of consumers following vegan diets, is the primary factor that has increased the application of fruits and vegetables in different food products, such as breakfast cereals, snack bars, soups, and others. For instance, in Europe, there has been a significant rise in demand for food and snack products made from fruits such as avocados, berries, and mangoes because they are an essential component of regional cuisines and everyday foods like baked goods. The dietary supplements of fruit and vegetable ingredients help to treat cardiovascular disease and chronic venous insufficiency. According to the United States Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2022), a heart attack is the leading cause of death in the United States. Hence, dietary supplement manufacturers are increasing the fruit and vegetable ingredients to reduce the incidence of cardiac disease in the future.
• Factors including increasing customer demand for food and drink products with natural ingredients that are free of added sugar, artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives, among other substances, are essential drivers of the market for fruits and vegetables as ingredients. Fruit ingredients accounted for the major share, followed by vegetable ingredients. Increased demand for fruit juice concentrate in the beverage industry is the primary factor driving the market. Beverages are the leading application of fruits and vegetable ingredients in the market, either in the form of concentrate, powders, or NFC juices, as consumers seek out newer flavors for sensory experiences and rising concerns regarding various health issues, including obesity and nutritional deficiencies. This, in turn, strongly augments the demand for fruit pieces and powders in the beverage segment. For instance, in August 2021, Paradise Fruits Solutions launched a new range of ready-to-order granulates which are suitable for use in a variety of applications, including chocolate, confectionery, and baking, and are available in sizes ranging from 2 mm-9 mm and in eight different flavors, including Apple, Blueberry, Lemon, Raspberry, Woodberry, and Caramel.