Frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize market in Denmark

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2021, the market volume for frozen vegetables in Denmark fluctuated, reaching 32.6 thousand tonnes in 2019 before declining to 28.9 thousand tonnes in 2021. Initial challenges in 2018 included low demand and limited culinary experience with legumes, which affected the market. However, product diversification in 2019, with significant shares of vegetable mixes, peas, and spinach, supported a slight volume increase. The drop in volume in 2020 occurred alongside documented market shares for frozen potato producers, indicating structural shifts in the supply chain. Regulatory developments in 2021, such as nutrient data collection for frozen fruits and vegetables published in the Danish food database, began influencing labeling and quality standards, contributing to a rise in market value despite stable volume.

Between 2022 and 2023, market volume rose to 30.6 thousand tonnes in 2022 but fell to 27.2 thousand tonnes in 2023. During this period, consumer preferences shifted towards organic and conventional varieties, including new segments like wok mixes, which helped drive volume growth in 2022. Simultaneously, ongoing reports on nutrient content in frozen vegetables further shaped regulatory and labeling requirements, impacting market value, which increased by 14% in 2023. Looking ahead to 2024 and 2025, the market continues to emphasize nutrition, health, and sustainability, with growing interest in organic products and several producers launching organic variants, reflecting broader trends in consumer behavior and market adaptation.

Production frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize in Denmark

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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

Denmark's production of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, the country produced 6,084 tonnes, marking a significant 43.5% rise compared to 2020. However, over the 2018-2021 period, overall production declined by 21.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of -7.7%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2019 at 4,172 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 46.1%.

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In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Following a two-year decline, Denmark's production value of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, rebounded. In 2021, output was valued at 10,965 thousand US dollars, reflecting a sharp 61.6% year-over-year improvement. Despite this recent growth, production decreased by 27.6% over the 2018-2021 period, with a compound annual growth rate of -10.2%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 6,784 thousand US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 at 48.8%.

Annual dynamics of production in Denmark in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Exports frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize from Denmark

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After two years of growth, Denmark's exports of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, experienced a decline. In 2021, exports totalled 3,657 tonnes, showing a moderate 4.9% decrease year-over-year. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports increased by 37.5%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 11.2%. The peak was reached in 2020 at 3,846 tonnes, which also recorded the largest increase of 25.7%.

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From 2018 to 2021, Sweden, Finland, and Greenland were the leading destinations for Denmark's exports of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, in volume terms. Sweden accounted for 31.3% of exports, Finland for 17.7%, and Greenland for 16.0%. Together, these three countries represented 64.9% of total export flows.

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

World map of product's exports from Denmark in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Denmark's exports of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, increased for the third consecutive year in value terms. In 2021, exports reached 6,591 thousand US dollars, representing a modest 7.1% year-over-year rise. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports grew by 26.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Denmark in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Sweden, Greenland, and Finland emerged as the primary markets for Denmark's exports of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, in value terms. Sweden held 27.9% of export value, Greenland 16.2%, and Finland 11.5%. Collectively, these three countries accounted for 55.5% of total export flows.

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

World map of product's exports from Denmark in value, 2018-2021

Imports frozen vegetables excluding potatoes, legumes and maize to Denmark

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Denmark's imports of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, declined for the second consecutive year in volume terms. In 2021, imports amounted to 26,442 tonnes, which is 7.4% lower than in 2020. The highest import level was recorded in 2019 at 31,510 tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 17.8%. The largest decline occurred in 2020 at 9.4%.

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From 2018 to 2021, Belgium, Poland, and Germany were the main sources of Denmark's imports of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, in volume terms. Belgium accounted for 57.0% of imports, Poland for 14.8%, and Germany for 7.1%. Together, these three countries represented 78.9% of total import flows.

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

World map of product's imports to Denmark in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Denmark's imports of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, declined for the second consecutive year in value terms. In 2021, imports reached 30,529 thousand US dollars, showing a slight 0.8% decrease compared to 2020. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 33,845 thousand US dollars, which also experienced the largest increase of 11.9%. The largest decline occurred in 2020 at 9.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Denmark in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Over the 2018-2021 period, Belgium, Poland, and Germany were the primary suppliers of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes, legumes, and maize, to Denmark in value terms. Belgium accounted for 51.1% of import value, Poland for 12.0%, and Germany for 8.7%. Collectively, these three countries represented 71.8% of total imports.

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

World map of product's imports to Denmark in value, 2018-2021