Organic Banana Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 1.61 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 2.71 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 11.04 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | South America |
| Largest Market | North America |
Organic Banana Market Analysis
The Organic Bananas Market size is estimated at USD 1.61 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 2.71 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 11.04% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
- Conventional bananas are grown with the help of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, whereas organic methods rely on natural ways to increase plant growth and eliminate predatory insects. Compost is the main product used in the production of Organic bananas.
- The United States has the highest consumption of organic bananas in the global market. Organic bananas are considered among the most valued fruits globally due to their many health benefits, such as being high in vitamin B6 (also known as pyridoxine, a necessary ingredient in forming red blood cells). Bananas also help in controlling diabetes and maintaining brain health. Such factors are boosting organic banana consumption in developed countries.
- Growing banana cultivation under organic air is increasing globally. The area under which organic banana is being cultivated increased over the year 2022. The strategies toward organic agriculture are primarily country-specific depending on environmental, economic, and political considerations. Among the overall organic foods sector, the consumer demand for organic bananas resulted in the sector growing rapidly in the banana category during the study period. The rising demand for organic bananas is creating growth potential for major growers in Latin America and North America.
Organic Banana Market Trends
Increasing Banana Cultivation under Organic Area
Organic bananas are considered among the most valued fruits across the globe and they have many surprising health benefits, such as being high in vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, which is a necessary ingredient in the formation of red blood cells. The human body doesn't make Vitamin B6 on its own, there is a need to source it from nutritious foods, like bananas. In addition to vitamin B6, there are many reasons to incorporate bananas, as it helps in controlling diabetes and maintaining brain health. This boosts organic banana consumption in developed countries. The demand for organic foods is increasing worldwide due to health and environmental benefits.
According to the FAO, organic agriculture is a system that relies on ecosystem management rather than external agricultural inputs such as synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. The strategies toward organic banana cultivation are primarily country-specific depending on environmental, economic, and political considerations. This indicates that every country needs to evolve country-specific strategies to balance food security and safety and farmers' incomes and ecology. According to Fibl, the organic area for banana cultivation in 2021 was observed to be 104,708.94 hectares and in 2020 it was 78,385.06 hectares. This increase in organic area for bananas depicts the increased cultivation of bananas under organic area.The increasing organic land across the world is projected to drive the market for organic bananas during the forecast period.
Dominican Republic - The Largest Producer of Organic Bananas
The Dominican Republic is one of the largest producers of organic bananas worldwide. Banana production is concentrated in the Northwest provinces of Valverde and Monte Cristi and the Southern provinces of Azua and Barahona. Some of the major factors boosting the development of organic banana production in the Dominican Republic include the low incidence of Black Sigatoka (a leaf-spot disease of banana plants caused by the ascomycete fungus), high market demand for organic bananas, especially from the European Union, better market prices, and availability of resources from the international community and NGOs to promote the sector.
Banelino is an association representing close to 320 small producers in the northwest of the Dominican Republic. The association's producers work for good management of natural resources, conservation of the environment, and fair prices to improve living conditions for families and communities. 85% of BANELINO's banana production is organic. Approximately 90% of Dominican organic bananas are exported to European countries, making up nearly 50% of its supply to the European market. In addition, some of the biggest trade markets for organic bananas in the Dominican Republic are the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. Therefore, increased demand from the domestic and global markets and favorable environmental and climatic conditions in the country is anticipated to boost production during the forecast period.
Organic Banana Market News
- October 2022: Fairtrade raised the banana price in support of farmers. Fairtrade announced new minimum prices for bananas in an effort to protect banana farmers from the impact of skyrocketing production and living costs.
- November 2022: Fairtrade International launched the first-ever non-fungible banana. This launch was an effort to spotlight the increasing threat on food products and the livelihoods of the farmers and agricultural workers who grow them due to climate change.
- May 2021: PAN UK collaborated with FAO and some policymakers to reduce and phase out Highly Hazardous Pesticides in the Caribbean region.
Organic Banana Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.3 Market Restraints
4.4 Value Chain Analysis
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 Geography (Production Analysis in Volume, Consumption Analysis by Volume and Value, Import Analysis by Value and Volume, Export Analysis by Value and Volume, and Price Trend Analysis)
5.1.1 Dominican Republic
5.1.2 Ecuador
5.1.3 Colombia
5.1.4 Philippines
5.1.5 Honduras
5.1.6 South Africa
5.1.7 Peru
5.1.8 United States
5.1.9 Japan
5.1.10 Costa Rica
6. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
Organic Banana Industry Segmentation
Organic bananas are a group of bananas grown on certified organic farms worldwide. The Organic Banana Market Includes an Analysis of the Production (Volume), Consumption (Value and Volume), Trade in Terms of Import (Value and Volume) and Export (Value and Volume), and Price Trend of Organic Bananas. The Market is Segmented by Geography (Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Colombia, Philippines, Honduras, South Africa, Peru, United States, Japan, and Costa Rica). The report offers the market size and forecasts by volume (in metric ton) and value (in USD thousand) for the above segments.
| Geography (Production Analysis in Volume, Consumption Analysis by Volume and Value, Import Analysis by Value and Volume, Export Analysis by Value and Volume, and Price Trend Analysis) | |
| Dominican Republic | |
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Organic Banana Market Research FAQs
How big is the Organic Bananas Market?
The Organic Bananas Market size is expected to reach USD 1.61 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 11.04% to reach USD 2.71 billion by 2029.
What is the current Organic Bananas Market size?
In 2024, the Organic Bananas Market size is expected to reach USD 1.61 billion.
Which is the fastest growing region in Organic Bananas Market?
South America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Organic Bananas Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Organic Bananas Market.
What years does this Organic Bananas Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Organic Bananas Market size was estimated at USD 1.45 billion. The report covers the Organic Bananas Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Organic Bananas Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Organic Banana Industry Report
The Organic Banana Market report provides a comprehensive industry analysis, covering production, consumption, trade, and price trends. The market is segmented by geography, including key regions such as the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Colombia, Philippines, Honduras, South Africa, Peru, United States, Japan, and Costa Rica. This market research offers insights into market share, market size, and market growth, with a detailed market forecast and industry outlook extending to the future.
The report includes an industry overview and market overview, highlighting market trends and market leaders. It also encompasses industry reports and industry research, providing valuable industry information and industry statistics. The market analysis is supported by a market review and market segmentation, offering a thorough understanding of market value and market data.
Additionally, the report features industry sales and industry size, along with a market outlook and market predictions. The industry trends and market growth are examined, providing a clear picture of the market dynamics. The report example and report PDF are available for further reference, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the organic banana market.
This report summary encapsulates the essential elements of the market, including the growth rate and research companies involved in the industry. The industry reports and industry research contribute to a holistic view of the market, making this report an invaluable resource for stakeholders.
