Industry Statistics and Trends
Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe key trends
Europe's fruit and vegetable processing industry is going green.
In line with the EU's Green Deal and Farm to Fork strategy, processors are being nudged towards renewable energy and local sourcing.
Automation and AI adoption are improving efficiency and product quality.
Advanced sorting and grading technologies are reducing labour costs and minimising waste in facilities across Europe. Companies leveraging machine learning benefit from improved yield, precision and operational scalability, strengthening competitiveness.
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Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 2.8 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €136.8bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
Organic demand boosted processed fruit and vegetable sales
- Growing consumer demand for organic products has pushed the fruit and vegetable processing industry toward organic produce. This trend has forced processors to adapt their sourcing and processing methods, shifting their focus to sustainability.
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Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Sustainability-focused packaging regulations will drive revenue, alongside innovation and higher costs
- In January 2025, the EU published a regulation on packaging and packaging waste, known as the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). This legislation aims to harmonise national measures and minimise the environmental impact of packaging across the EU. Under the PPWR, from January 1, 2030, EU members will have a ban on single-use plastic packaging for pre-packed fresh fruits and vegetables less than 1.5 kg and some other items. Manufacturers will be able to capitalise on this upcoming regulation by offering fully recyclable, moisture-resistant alternatives. Manufacturers can design ventilated, stackable trays that maintain freshness while reducing material weight. Collaborating with supermarkets and produce suppliers on custom, compliant packaging ahead of the 2030 deadline presents a strong first-mover advantage.
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Revenue
€136.8bn
Employees
498k
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Switzerland +8.6%
- Bulgaria +7.3%
- Turkey +6.8%
- Serbia +5.6%
- Greece +5.3%
Bottom 5 Countries
- Slovakia -5.2%
- Malta -1.7%
- Netherlands +0.1%
- Finland +0.3%
- Sweden +0.6%
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Greenyard NV | 5,545.3 | 63.4 | 1.1 | |
Groupe Bonduelle | 2,400.3 | 60.4 | 2.5 | |
Orkla ASA | 6,322.2 | 720.7 | 11.4 |
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Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe is €136.8bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 27,454 businesses in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 5.2 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 2.8 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe include?
Prepared and packaged vegetables and Frozen vegetables are part of the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Austria
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in France
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Lithuania
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in the Netherlands
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Belgium
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Cyprus
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Finland
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Bulgaria
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Greece
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Romania
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Norway
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in the UK
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Germany
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Estonia
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Iceland
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe
- Potato Crisps & Snacks Production in the UK
- Juice Production in the UK
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in the UK
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Germany
- Juice Production in Germany
- Potato Crisps & Snacks Production in Germany
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Spain
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Portugal
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Serbia
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Hungary
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Switzerland
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Czechia
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Denmark
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Turkey
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Ireland
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Malta
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Luxembourg
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Russia
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Slovakia
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Italy
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Sweden
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Poland
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Latvia
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Croatia
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Slovenia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Operators in the industry produce food products consisting mainly of fruit or vegetables. Additionally, companies are involved in the preserving of fruit, nuts or vegetables, as well as production of jams and pastes from nuts. The industry also produces perishable prepared foods, including packaged salads, peeled or cut vegetables and tofu.
Related Terms
High-Pressure Processing (HPP)Flash FreezingBlanchingPulpingWhat's included in this industry?
Prepared and packaged vegetablesFrozen vegetablesPrepared, packaged and dried fruitJams, jellies and nut buttersNutsPickled fruits and vegetablesDried fruits and vegetablesCompanies
Greenyard NVGroupe BonduelleOrkla ASAIndustry Code
103 - Processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Organic demand boosted processed fruit and vegetable sales
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Prepared and packaged veggies are a win-win for busy consumers and producers. They're easy and fast to cook, ride the wave of health trends, and advances in packaging have enhanced their shelf life.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2025)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2025)
- IVA (2025)
- Enterprises (2025)
- Employment (2025)
- Exports (2025)
- Imports (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Market share concentration is low. Low concentration stems from the presence of many small to medium-sized players, each holding a small portion of the market without dominant leaders.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit Margin (2025)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Greenyard NV
- Countries of operation for Groupe Bonduelle
- Countries of operation for Orkla ASA
- Countries of operation for Agrana Group
- Countries of operation for Eckes-Granini Group GmbH
- Countries of operation for Conserve Italia
- Countries of operation for Nomad Foods Europe Ltd
- Countries of operation for Agrial
- Countries of operation for FRoSTA AG
- Countries of operation for Vegenat SA
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Europe's food processing industry navigates a myriad of complex regulations. These rules address everything from food safety, sustainability, waste management to providing transparent information for consumers.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Healthy eating trends are boosting profit for produce processors. Consumers opting for veggie snacks and plant-based foods have allowed processors to charge more, particularly those in the beverage sector making fresh juices and smoothies.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
Methodology
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