Frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize market in Australia and New Zealand

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2020, the frozen vegetables market volume in Australia and New Zealand declined from 95 551 t to 87 143 t. However, the market value increased in 2020 to 139.8 million US dollars, suggesting a shift in product mix or pricing. The market then expanded sharply in 2021, with volume surging to 123 034 t and value reaching 194.6 million US dollars, before experiencing a correction in 2022 where volume fell to 105 467 t while value remained stable.

Market volume recovered in 2023, rising to 122 150 t. This growth was supported by increasing consumer preference for convenient and healthy frozen food options, alongside advancements in freezing technology that improved product quality and shelf life. The trend towards plant-based diets also influenced product offerings during this period.

In 2024, market development continued with major companies like Green Giant launching new frozen vegetable product lines, reflecting ongoing innovation and diversification in response to consumer demand for variety and convenience.

Production frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize in Australia and New Zealand

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Top producers of frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize, 2018-2021

World map of production of frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize, 2018-2021

Production of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, in Australia and New Zealand has increased for the second year in a row. In 2021, output reached 72 000 tonnes, marking a significant 35.8% rise compared to 2020. Looking back from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 30.9%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 9.4%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2019 at 49 000 tonnes, with the largest decline of 10.9% also occurring that year.

Annual dynamics of production in Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, t

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

The value of frozen vegetable production, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, in Australia and New Zealand has risen for the second consecutive year. In 2021, the output was valued at 127.8 million US dollars, showing a sharp increase of 53.8% from the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production value increased by 48.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 14.1%. The minimum value was 76.3 million US dollars in 2019, which also saw the largest decline of 11.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Exports frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize from Australia and New Zealand

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Export volumes of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, from Australia and New Zealand have declined for the third year in a row. In 2021, exports totaled 14 056 tonnes, representing a moderate drop of 5.6% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports decreased by 16.2%, with an average annual decline rate of 5.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Japan, accounting for 22.6% of exports in volume, along with Asia (not elsewhere specified) at 2.6% and Fiji at 2.0%, were the largest buyers of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, from Australia and New Zealand. Together, these three partners made up 27.3% of total export volumes, with the rest distributed among numerous smaller partners.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

After two years of decline, the value of frozen vegetable exports, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, from Australia and New Zealand has increased. In 2021, export value reached 24 941 thousand US dollars, up 6.9% year-on-year. However, from 2018 to 2021, overall export value decreased by 5%, with an average annual decline of 1.7%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 23 338 thousand US dollars, and the largest decline of 9.2% occurred in 2019.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, the export market for frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, from Australia and New Zealand was quite diverse. Japan led with 31.0% of export value, followed by Papua New Guinea at 1.8% and Fiji at 1.7%. Together, these three countries accounted for 34.5% of total export flows, indicating a broad distribution among other partners.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021

Imports frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize to Australia and New Zealand

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Following a two-year decline, import volumes of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, into Australia and New Zealand have increased. In 2021, imports amounted to 65 090 tonnes, showing a notable uptick of 32.7% compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 13.6%, with an average annual growth rate of 4.3%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2020 at 49 038 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 12.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, China, Belgium, and Spain were the main suppliers of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, to Australia and New Zealand. China accounted for 36.1% of import volumes, Belgium for 19.5%, and Spain for 4.7%. Combined, these three countries represented 60.3% of total import volumes.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

The value of frozen vegetable imports, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, into Australia and New Zealand has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, imports were recorded at 91 770 thousand US dollars, reflecting a 14.6% rise compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, import value increased by 21.9%, equating to an average annual growth rate of 6.8%. The minimum value was 72 137 thousand US dollars in 2019, which also experienced the largest decline of 4.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In the period from 2018 to 2021, China, Belgium, and India were the principal suppliers of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, to Australia and New Zealand in value terms. China contributed 31.4% of import value, Belgium 17.4%, and India 4.6%. Together, these three countries accounted for 53.4% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021