Figs market in Northern America

Earlier Report Observations

The North American fig market volume expanded from 30 465 t in 2018 to a peak of 33 776 t in 2022. This growth was primarily driven by rising consumer demand for organic and health-oriented snacks, supported by the expansion of retail distribution networks and new culinary applications for figs, such as in energy bars and bakery products. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, figs were sought after as nutritious, shelf-stable foods, maintaining market resilience. Technological advancements, including automated sorting machines introduced in 2021, improved the quality and safety of dried figs, further stimulating demand.

After 2022, market volume declined to 32 242 t in 2023. Persistent climatic factors, which had periodically affected production since 2018, contributed to lower availability. Regulatory changes, such as kosher and halal certifications introduced earlier, helped broaden the consumer base during the growth phase. Concurrently, the market saw increased competition and a stronger focus on brand building and omnichannel sales expansion.

In value terms, the market rose from $88.0 million in 2018 to $128.1 million in 2021, before easing to $115.3 million in 2023. This trend reflected both volume movements and a shift toward premium, certified products that command higher prices, aligned with consumer preferences for healthy, clearly labeled options.

Production figs in Northern America

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of figs, 2017-2020

World map of production of figs, 2017-2020

In 2018, fig production in Northern America reached its lowest point at 27,618 tonnes. The following year, 2019, saw the highest output at 28,526 tonnes, marking a 3.3% increase. In 2020, production declined slightly to 28,148 tonnes, down 1.3% from 2019. The most significant drop occurred in 2018, with a 2.4% decrease.

Annual dynamics of production in Northern America in kind, 2017-2020, t

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Fig production in Northern America has grown in value for two consecutive years. In 2018, the value hit a low of 64,402 thousand US dollars, falling 28.0% from the previous year. By 2019, it rebounded sharply, rising 25.8% to reach a higher level. In 2020, the value increased further to 89,280 thousand US dollars, up 10.2% from 2019.

Annual dynamics of production in Northern America in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports figs from Northern America

Exports in kind, t

The export market for figs from Northern America showed considerable volatility from 2017 to 2020. In 2017, volumes were at their lowest, while 2018 saw the peak at 258 tonnes—a 307.9% surge from the previous year. However, exports plummeted by 50.3% in 2019. By 2020, they settled at 125 tonnes, a 2.2% decline from 2019. Overall, the difference between the highest and lowest points was 4.1 times.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Northern America in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Northern America exported figs to a diverse range of markets. The top three destinations—Turkey (26.7% of exports by volume), Greece (7.1%), and Hong Kong (4.6%)—collectively accounted for 38.4% of total exports. The remaining 61.6% was spread across numerous smaller markets.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

The value of fig exports from Northern America was highly volatile during this period. In 2017, it reached its lowest point, while 2018 saw the peak at 601 thousand US dollars—a 200.9% jump from the previous year. Exports then fell by 39.5% in 2019. In 2020, they recovered slightly to 397 thousand US dollars, up 9.2% from 2019. The peak-to-trough ratio was 3 times.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Northern America in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, fig exports from Northern America in value terms were not heavily concentrated. The leading destinations—Turkey (18.1% of export value), Greece (4.7%), and Hong Kong (3.1%)—together made up only 25.8% of total exports, with the rest distributed among various other markets.

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

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

Imports figs to Northern America

Imports in kind, t

After two years of decline, fig imports into Northern America rose in 2020. From 2017 to 2019, imports fell by 28.7%, with an average annual decrease of 10.7%. The lowest point was in 2019 at 2,981 tonnes, following a sharp 42.0% drop in 2018. In 2020, imports rebounded to 3,815 tonnes, a 27.9% increase from the previous year.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Northern America in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, the main sources of fig imports into Northern America were Turkey (39.8% of import volume), Mexico (15.6%), and Greece (11.7%). These three countries together accounted for 67.1% of total imports.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

The value of fig imports into Northern America grew over the 2017-2020 period, increasing by 13.5% with an average annual rise of 4.3%. In 2018, imports surged by 11.6%, but then dipped by 3.1% in 2019. In 2020, imports reached 24,643 thousand US dollars, up 4.9% from the previous year.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Northern America in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Turkey (43.4% of import value), Greece (11.8%), and Mexico (9.1%) were the primary sources for fig imports into Northern America, collectively representing 64.4% of total import value.

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

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