Carrots and turnips market in Americas

Earlier Report Observations

The U.S. carrot and turnip market volume expanded from 3 508 thousand tons in 2018 to 3 619 thousand tons in 2019. This growth was primarily driven by increasing per capita consumption, which rose from 7.4 to 8.5 pounds per person, as consumers sought healthier foods and snack alternatives like baby carrots. Although unfavorable weather and limited storage infrastructure posed challenges, domestic production met most of the demand.

Market volume then fell to 3 524 thousand tons in 2020 and further to 3 312 thousand tons in 2021. The decline was largely attributed to pandemic-related global supply chain disruptions and unfavorable weather conditions in producing regions, which hampered transportation, reduced production, and affected shelf life. California, accounting for over 85% of U.S. carrot production, maintained its leading role, but overall consumption dropped.

A recovery followed in 2022, with volume reaching 3 513 thousand tons, supported by economic improvements and the industry's digitalization efforts to enhance supply chain resilience despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. In 2023, volume dipped to 3 345 thousand tons, while major players like Bolthouse Fresh Foods introduced new branding and packaging to reinforce quality positioning. By 2024, the market value had grown to $2.2 billion, with export prices remaining stable around $1,401 per ton, reflecting continued consumer preference for organic and convenience formats.

Production carrots and turnips in Americas

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Top producers of carrots and turnips, 2017-2020

World map of production of carrots and turnips, 2017-2020

In the Americas, carrot and turnip production reached 3 669 thousand tonnes in 2020, marking a slight contraction of 1.2% compared to the previous year. Production hit its lowest point in 2018 at 3 588 thousand tonnes, while the peak occurred in 2019 with 3 715 thousand tonnes. The most significant year-on-year increase was recorded in 2019, when production grew by 3.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Americas in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Exports carrots and turnips from Americas

Exports in kind, K t

Cross-border shipments of carrots and turnips from the Americas continued to rise for the second consecutive year. In 2020, export volume reached 212.4 thousand tonnes, representing a substantial increase of 54.9% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 2.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 0.7%. The lowest export volume was recorded in 2018 at 125.0 thousand tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 39.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Americas in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Americas in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

After two years of growth, the value of carrot and turnip exports from the Americas declined in 2020. Exports totaled 127.7 million US dollars that year, reflecting a moderate decrease of 8.3% compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, export value increased by 13.1%, equivalent to an annualized growth rate of 4.2%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 139.3 million US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 with 17.9% growth.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Americas in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Americas in value, 2017-2020

Imports carrots and turnips to Americas

Imports in kind, K t

The data reveals irregular changes, indicating a volatile market environment. The highest import volume was recorded in 2017, while the lowest occurred in 2019, representing a peak-to-trough ratio of 15 times. In 2020, carrot and turnip imports to the Americas amounted to 66.7 thousand tonnes, showing a dramatic increase of 61.1% compared to the previous year. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 41.4 thousand tonnes, and the largest decline occurred in 2018 with a 92.8% decrease.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Americas in kind, 2017-2020, K t

From 2017 to 2020, China and Israel consistently remained the primary sources for carrot and turnip imports to the Americas in volume terms, together accounting for 8.0% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Americas in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

In 2020, the value of carrot and turnip imports to the Americas reached 151.9 million US dollars, representing a 7.3% increase compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, import value grew by 13.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.4%. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 1.4% decrease, while the most significant increase was recorded in 2018 with 7.4% growth.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Americas in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

From 2017 to 2020, China and Israel led the list of markets for carrot and turnip imports to the Americas in value terms, together accounting for 4.8% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Americas in value, 2017-2020