Figs market in the United States

Earlier Report Observations

The U.S. figs market volume grew consistently from 35 374 t in 2018 to 46 437 t in 2023, an increase of over 30%. This expansion was primarily fueled by a sharp rise in imports, which climbed from 11 394 t to 19 532 t during the same period. Domestic production remained stable at around 28 000 t annually, while exports nearly halved, making more product available for domestic consumption.

In value terms, the market reached $235.7 million by 2023 after some volatility, with a peak of $198.0 million in 2019. The fluctuation in total market value reflected changes in average prices, as import values per ton varied while consumer preferences shifted. The steady volume growth indicates underlying demand strength even as prices adjusted.

By 2024, imports advanced further to 20 991 t, pointing to continued market expansion. This growth aligns with evolving consumer trends, including heightened health consciousness and a preference for organic and natural foods, which boosted demand for fresh figs. Furthermore, the adaptation of distribution channels through e-commerce and innovative retail approaches improved product accessibility and supported market penetration.

Production figs in the United States

In kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, the United States ranked 8th globally in fig production.

Top producers of figs, 2017-2020

World map of production of figs, 2017-2020

In 2020, the United States produced 28 148 tonnes of figs, a 1.3% decrease from 2019. Production reached its lowest point in 2018 at 27 618 tonnes, while the peak was in 2019 with 28 526 tonnes. The most significant decline occurred in 2018 at 2.4%, and the largest increase was in 2019 at 3.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in the United States in kind, 2017-2020, t

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

After two years of growth, fig production value in the United States declined. In 2020, output was valued at 153.7 million US dollars, down 8.0% from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, production value increased by 45.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.3%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 167.0 million US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 25.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in the United States in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports figs from the United States

Exports in kind, t

Fig exports from the United States declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports stood at 2 021 tonnes, a 12.2% decrease compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports fell by 55.3%, equating to an annualized rate of 23.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the United States in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, three key markets—Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong—collectively accounted for 83.1% of total fig exports in volume from the United States.

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

World map of product's exports from the United States in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

The value of fig exports from the United States declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports were valued at 11 036 thousand US dollars, marking a sharp decrease of 18.1% from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, export value dropped by 34.5%, with an annualized rate of 13.2%. The peak value was in 2018 at 17 477 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 3.7%. The most significant decline occurred in 2019 at 22.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the United States in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Canada (44.0% of export value), Mexico (21.2%), and Hong Kong (13.0%) remained the top buyers of figs from the United States, together accounting for 78.2% of total export value.

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

World map of product's exports from the United States in value, 2017-2020

Imports figs to the United States

Imports in kind, t

Fig imports into the United States increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports reached approximately 14 920 tonnes, up 21.7% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 41.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 12.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the United States in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, the import structure in volume was heavily concentrated on Turkey, which held a 79.9% share of total flows, with other partners making up the remainder.

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

World map of product's imports to the United States in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, the United States imported figs valued at 47 066 thousand US dollars, showing a moderate rise of 4.4% from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, import value increased by 11.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.6%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 47 066 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 12.7%. The most significant decline occurred in 2019 at 5.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the United States in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Turkey continued to be the primary source for fig imports into the United States, accounting for 81.1% of total import value, while the rest was distributed among other countries.

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

World map of product's imports to the United States in value, 2017-2020