Preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts market in Lithuania

Earlier Report Observations

The market for preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts in Lithuania expanded substantially from 13.8 thousand t in 2018 to 21.6 thousand t in 2024, with its value rising even more sharply from USD 15.3 million to USD 31.4 million. This growth was primarily fueled by shifting consumer preferences toward plant-based diets and natural fermented products, which boosted overall demand. The emergence of new product categories, such as natural marinades without chemical preservatives, further widened the market's appeal and consumption base.

The rising popularity of fermented vegetables, driven by wellness trends and interest in probiotics, stimulated production and consumption throughout the period. The strengthening of short food supply chains and the increased role of local farmers improved product freshness and availability, encouraging more domestic purchases. Concurrently, established quality and safety regulations for preserved products helped maintain consumer confidence in the market.

By 2023 and 2024, market growth continued at a more moderate pace, stabilizing at a high volume level. The consistent expansion reflects the lasting influence of health-conscious consumption patterns and the market's successful adaptation through product diversification and improved supply chains.

Production preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts in Lithuania

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Lithuania's production of preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts has grown for the third year in a row. In 2021, output was valued at 13 633 thousand US dollars, showing a significant increase of 15.2% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, production rose by 70.8%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 19.5%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Production of preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts in Lithuania has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, Lithuania produced 10 080 tonnes, marking a modest rise of 8.3% from the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production grew by 61%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 17.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts from Lithuania

Exports in kind, t

Lithuania's exports of preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts have risen for the third year in a row. In 2021, exports reached 4 002 tonnes, representing a gradual increase of 5.0% from 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 22.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Latvia, Russia, and the United Kingdom consistently held the top positions in Lithuania's export structure by volume. Latvia accounted for 32.5% of exports, Russia for 17.7%, and the United Kingdom for 13.2%. Together, these three countries made up 63.4% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Lithuania's exports of preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, export value reached 6 932 thousand US dollars, up by 16.4% from 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 39.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.8%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Russia, Latvia, and the United Kingdom consistently led Lithuania's export structure by value. Russia accounted for 36.8% of exports, Latvia for 20.9%, and the United Kingdom for 12.2%. Combined, these three countries represented 70.0% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts to Lithuania

Imports in kind, t

In 2021, Lithuania's imports of preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts totaled 12 683 tonnes, rising by 12.0% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports increased by 17.6%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 5.6%. The largest decline occurred in 2020, when imports fell by 5.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Turkey, Germany, and Poland were the main sources of Lithuania's imports by volume. Turkey accounted for 27.0% of imports, Germany for 23.2%, and Poland for 22.1%. Together, these three countries comprised 72.3% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2021, Lithuania's imports of preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts were valued at 16 518 thousand US dollars, reflecting a strong increase of 23.5% from 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 34.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 10.5%. The largest decline was recorded in 2020, when imports dropped by 1.2%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Turkey, Poland, and Germany were the primary suppliers of preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts to Lithuania by value. Turkey accounted for 25.6% of imports, Poland for 19.1%, and Germany for 16.2%. Together, these three countries made up 60.9% of total imports.

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

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