Grown in temperate regions across Asia, the Americas and Europe, this category covers five of the world's most popular soft and stone fruits: strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries and blackberries. Each is valued for its intense flavour, vibrant colour and high antioxidant content.
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Demand for berries continues to grow strongly worldwide, driven by their reputation as a nutrient-dense fruit and by increasing use in desserts, bakery, yoghurt, juice and smoothie applications. Because they're highly perishable, most internationally traded berries are supplied IQF (Individually Quick Frozen), preserving flavour, texture and nutritional value straight from the field. China leads global strawberry and blueberry production, while Turkey is the world's largest cherry producer. Mexico and Peru have emerged as major raspberry, blackberry and blueberry exporters over the past decade, reshaping the Latin American berry trade.

Quick Facts

• Category includes strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries and blackberries
• China is the world's largest producer of both strawberries and blueberries
• Turkey leads global cherry production, supplying over 700,000 tonnes a year
• Mexico and Peru are among the fastest-growing berry exporters worldwide
• Global raspberry, blackberry, blueberry and cranberry trade is worth over $22 billion annually
• The United States is the largest consumer of frozen berries globally
• Most traded berries are supplied IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) to preserve freshness
• Rising demand reflects berries' popularity as an antioxidant-rich, better-for-you ingredient

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