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The Tomato Market size is estimated at USD 207.17 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 261.41 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.76% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
- Tomatoes are juicy and sweet, full of antioxidants, and may help fight several diseases. They are especially high in lycopene, a plant compound linked to improved heart health, cancer prevention, and protection against sunburns.
- Major exporting countries for tomatoes are Mexico, the Netherlands, and Spain, followed by Morocco and Canada. The United States is the leading importer of tomatoes from Mexico. According to a United States Department of Agriculture report, tomato production in Mexico is highly concentrated, with six states producing 53% of the total production in 2020. Sinaloa is the largest tomato-producing state in Mexico.
- Tomatoes in industries, such as home, food processing, and snack foods, are driving the tomato market. They’re also popular in the food service industry and used in hotels, restaurants, and fast-food outlets. The fast-food business is growing across the world, propelling the market forward. The expanding organized retail sector is also contributing to market expansion.
Asia-Pacific is the Fastest Growing Market
Asia-Pacific is one of the fastest-growing regions in the market. Increasing the high-intensity cultivation of tomatoes is the major factor driving market growth in the region. Tomato is one of the third most important crops under the Indian government’s top priority list of horticultural crops after potatoes and onions. These three staple crops are found across the country with the government of India’s initiative called ‘Operation Greens’ to improve the living conditions of farmers.
China is witnessing continuous growth of tomato acreage owing to increased farmers’ interest in planting as the tomato market price has risen, and high yield promoted the expansion of planting area. According to the Ministry of Commerce, in 2021, retail sales of consumer goods, including fruits and vegetables, hit USD 6.8 trillion, which is an increase of about 12.5% from 2020. In the fresh produce segment, tomatoes are one of the major vegetables that contributed to the higher sales. Moreover, India has embraced tomato farming, with various states contributing significantly to its production. The major tomato-producing states include Bihar, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Orissa, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and West Bengal.
Furthermore, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in tomato cultivation is one of the important emerging trends in the region, especially in Japan. Recently, in June 2021, NEC Corp. and Kagome Co. announced that the companies have jointly developed an AI-equipped agricultural support system for tomato farmers in the country. According to the company, the newly developed AI technology has resulted in reduced fertilizer use by 20% from the average while increasing tomato crop yield by 30% in the trial run at farms. Therefore, the use of modern technologies such as AI technology is anticipated to drive the tomato market, which is anticipated to grow during the forecast period.
Resource: mordorintelligence