Preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts market in the Netherlands

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2021, the market for preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts in the Netherlands expanded in physical volume from 54.3 thousand tonnes to 64.2 thousand tonnes. However, its monetary value contracted sharply over the same period, falling from $61.9 million to $24.6 million, indicating a significant shift in average prices or product mix.

Following 2021, trade flows reflected the impact of broader sectoral dynamics. Import volumes peaked in 2021 before declining in 2023 and 2024, a trend influenced by extreme weather and geopolitical tensions which disrupted supply chains and availability. By 2025, favourable weather conditions supported larger harvests in the fresh produce sector, contributing to a rebound in the preserved segment. Imports recovered to 76.2 thousand tonnes and exports to 65.7 thousand tonnes, while consumer purchases grew, aided by increased online sales channels and a rising preference for sustainable and organic choices.

Production preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts in the Netherlands

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

After two consecutive years of decline, the Netherlands' production of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts increased in value. In 2021, output reached 37 893 thousand US dollars, marking a moderate 8.2% increase compared to 2020. However, looking at the period from 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 33.9%, which translates to an annualized decline of 12.9%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 35 031 thousand US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a drop of 35.3%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

The Netherlands' production of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts increased for the second year in a row in volume terms. In 2021, output totaled 34 029 tonnes, showing a modest 6.7% year-over-year rise. Over the 2018-2021 period, production grew by 5.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 1.7%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2019 at 29 897 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 7.5%. In contrast, the largest increase occurred in 2020 with a 6.7% rise.

Annual dynamics of production in the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts from the Netherlands

Exports in kind, K t

In 2021, exports of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts from the Netherlands totaled 80.6 thousand tonnes, showing a small 2.3% increase from 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports grew by 15.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.8%. The largest decline was recorded in 2020 at 1.6%, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 with a 14.4% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, K t

From 2018 to 2021, three key markets—Germany, the United Kingdom, and Belgium—collectively accounted for 67.0% of the Netherlands' total exports of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts in volume terms.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

The Netherlands' exports of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts increased in value for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 146.3 million US dollars, which is 13.2% higher than in 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 33.1%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 10.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Belgium, and the United Kingdom were the primary destinations for the Netherlands' exports of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts in value terms. Germany accounted for 25.5% of exports, Belgium for 18.6%, and the United Kingdom for 17.7%, together making up 61.8% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports preserved vegetables, fruit and nuts to the Netherlands

Imports in kind, K t

The Netherlands' imports of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts increased in volume for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports reached 110.8 thousand tonnes, representing a small 2.9% increase compared to the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports grew by 20.5%, with an annualized growth rate of 6.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, K t

Throughout 2018-2021, Germany, Turkey, and India formed the core of the Netherlands' imports of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts in volume terms. Germany accounted for 42.9% of imports, Turkey for 33.1%, and India for 4.4%, together representing 80.4% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

The Netherlands' imports of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts increased in value for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports reached 133.0 million US dollars, showing a significant 12.7% year-over-year rise. Between 2018 and 2021, imports grew by 16.2%, with an annualized growth rate of 5.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Turkey, Germany, and India were the key markets for the Netherlands' imports of preserved vegetables, fruit, and nuts in value terms. Turkey accounted for 34.1% of imports, Germany for 30.4%, and India for 5.3%, together making up 69.7% of total import flows.

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

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