IQF Fruits And Vegetables Market Size, Share & Trends, 2033

Global IQF Fruits And Vegetables Market Size

The size of the global IQF fruits and vegetables market was expected to be worth USD 5.36 billion in  and is anticipated to be worth USD 8.18 billion by from USD 5.62 billion in , growing at a CAGR of 4.80% during the forecast period

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IQF's fruits and vegetables support a small percentage of total fruit and vegetable consumption. The global IQF fruit and vegetable market has gained significance because of the advantages related to the consumption of fruits and vegetables. Based on the technological advances and benefits of IQF fruits and vegetables, it is easy to reach and inexpensive for customers with strong backing. Rapidly changing life has led to consumer penchant for hygienic and readily available fruit and vegetable products, which has eliminated the hassle of conventional chopping and cleaning and has brought the IQF fruit and vegetable market to a greater extent. Extending shelf life, increasing consumer readiness for technological innovation in healthy foods and packaging will further accelerate the growth of the global IQF fruit and vegetable market.

MARKET DRIVERS

The growing demand from food manufacturers for the long-term preservation of food products for use as ingredients in end products is a major expansion of the global IQF fruit and vegetable market.

The increase in the working-class population will continue to contribute significantly to increased sales. IQF fruits and vegetables are stored at low temperatures or in the refrigerator. This technology is ideal for preserving seasonal fruits and vegetables as they are made up of the same nutritional value that they have in a fresh form that supports growth worldwide after freezing. Additionally, it is expected to drive demand for IQF fruits and vegetables worldwide with its easy-to-store and low-price features. Also, demand for the IQF fruit and vegetable market is increasing during the forecast period due to the increasing demand from food manufacturers to preserve food for a long time and use it as raw material for final products. The rise in the intake of frozen fruits and vegetables is supposed to accelerate the expansion of the global IQF fruits and vegetables business. IQF's main fruit and vegetable end-users are hotel, catering and food manufacturers. A major expansion in the IQF fruit market is the growing demand from food manufacturers to maintain food as an ingredient for long-term use in end products. An increase in the working-class population will continue to expand sales in the global IQF fruits and vegetables market. In addition, IQF fruits have important properties that protect them from deterioration during severe transportation, as well as poor exposure. Consumption of products using IQF fruits and ingredients is expected to show well in the global market, with rising GDP and increased consumer health awareness.

The global market demand for IQF vegetables is increasing due to the need to quickly and cumbersome transport of vegetables from procurement points to various distribution channels. Key players in the global IQF fruit and vegetable market are determined to concentrate on the development of innovative promotions and packaging. Individual Quick Freeze (IQF) is a technique for freezing fresh fruits and vegetables at very low temperatures so that fresh fruits and vegetables can be kept for more than a year, and retain the same color, flavor, and texture until they last. Increasing demand for food with a longer shelf life, along with rising need for seasonal fruits and vegetables throughout the year, is expected to support the growth of the global IQF fruit and vegetable market during the calculated period. IQF or Individual Quick Freeze uses a freezing mechanism to maintain the freshness of fruits and vegetables for a long time. The constantly expanding retail industry required the presence of individual quick freeze (IQF), which spurred the growth of the global market. The need for fresh vegetables is primarily felt throughout the food and beverage industry, which is a key factor to consider when measuring the growth dynamics of the global IQF fruits and vegetables market. Furthermore, IQF fruits and vegetables have considerable immune properties, protecting them from decay and exposure to light and heat during active transport.

MARKET RESTRAINTS

The global market is seeing obstacles due to fluctuations in prices for fresh fruits and vegetables and high prices for frozen fruits and vegetables.

REPORT COVERAGE

REPORT METRIC

DETAILS

Market Size Available

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Base Year

Forecast Period

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CAGR

4.80%

Segments Covered

By Types, Distribution Channel, End User, And Region

Various Analyses Covered

Global, Regional & Country Level Analysis; Segment-Level Analysis, DROC, PESTLE Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, Competitive Landscape, Analyst Overview of Investment Opportunities

Regions Covered

North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, Middle East & Africa

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Market Leaders Profiled

SunOpta, Fruktana, Capricorn Food Products, Breukers Schamp Foods, Alasko Foods, AXUS International, Rasanco, Nimeks Organics, Ardo, Gelagri Bretagne and Others.      

SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS

Global IQF fruits and vegetables market Analysis By Types

The vegetable segment is leading with the largest share of the market. The rapid adoption of technological advancements in the food and beverage industry is associated with escalating the growth rate of the market. The rising popularity of eating healthy to avoid the risk of many chronic diseases is gearing up for the growth rate of this market to an extent. In addition, the rising number of people working round the clock and their priority to prepare food within less time is solely leveling up the growth rate of the market. The employment rate of women is gradually increasing even in the low economic countries where the demand for IQF fruits and vegetables is surging.

The fruits segment will hit the highest CAGR by the end of . The fruits are stored under proper temperatures to extend their shelf life. The products still maintain their freshness after so many days, which is actually elevating the need for new techniques in the F&B industry.

Global IQF fruits and vegetables market Analysis By Distribution

The online stores segment is leading with the largest share of the market, whereas the hypermarkets segment holds the highest share of the market. The ease of ordering varied fruits and vegetables through applications on smartphones or laptops is majorly elevating the growth rate of the market. Growing awareness among consumers about the ease of use of these applications is ascribed to bolstering the growth rate of the market.

Retail outlets are also sustainable in having prominent growth opportunities in the coming years. The growing population and rising concern over food insecurity also promote the growth rate of the market.

Global IQF fruits and vegetables market Analysis By End User

The hotels/catering segment is esteemed to have the dominant share of the market. There is a rising number of restaurants or hotels, with the increasing demand from people who are seeking to eat healthy and delicious is anticipated to drive the segment’s growth rate. The food manufacturers segment is next in holding a significant share of the market

REGIONAL ANALYSIS

The global market is geographically separated in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and other countries. The North American IQF fruit and vegetable market is subdivided into the United States, Canada, and Mexico. North America is expected to occupy a significant market for IQF's fruits and vegetables market. The United States is expected to be Canada's main source of revenue for the North American IQF fruit and vegetable market. The increased use of exotic fruits is expected to be a major driver of growth in North American market during the forecast period. Additionally, the Asia Pacific region is supposed to occupy a double-digit CAGR during the forecast period. This increase is due to higher disposable income and a higher consumer propensity for more packaged and convenient food products across the area. The IQF fruit and vegetable market in Asia Pacific is divided into India, China, New Zealand, Australia, Japan and other regions. The European IQF fruit and vegetable market is mainly supported by the increasing contribution from nations like Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy and other European countries.

KEY PLAYERS IN THE GLOBAL IQF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES MARKET 

Major Key Players in the global IQF fruits and vegetables market are SunOpta, Fruktana, Capricorn Food Products, Breukers Schamp Foods, Alasko Foods, AXUS International, Rasanco, Nimeks Organics, Ardo, Gelagri Bretagne and Others.​​​​​​

DETAILED SEGMENTATION OF THE GLOBAL IQF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES MARKET INCLUDED IN THIS REPORT

This research report on the global IQF fruits and vegetables market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on types, distribution channel, end user, and region

By Types

• Fruits
  • Berries
  • Bananas
  • Mango
  • Apple
  • Papaya
  • Pineapple
  • Kiwi
  • Others

• Vegetables

• Carrots
• Beans
• Peas
• Corn
• Potato
• Broccoli
• Cauliflower
• Others

By Distribution

• Retail Outlets        
• Online Stores         
• Hypermarkets      

By End User

• Hotels/Catering   
• Food Manufacturers          

By Region

As the shelf life of consumer goods is one of the major concerns for consumers, IQF fruits and vegetables are becoming more and more popular. Therefore, it makes sense that Future Market Insights predicts a 3.6% annual growth of the market over the next ten years. According to OctoFrost marketing coordinator María Viéitez Gómez, in order to guarantee the highest-quality and remain competitive, IQF processors must be up to date and embrace the latest technologies.

“IQF processors have to preserve the natural color, flavor and texture of the fruits and vegetables in order to sell their products at a premium price,” Gómez explains. “To achieve this, the pre-treatment of the product is vital, which involves a rapid-cooking process called blanching. Blanching consists of showering the product with hot water for a short period of time, after which it is cooled and then frozen. During this process, heat deactivates enzymes that regulate biochemical reactions in living organisms and that cause loss of flavor, nutrients or color change. These enzymes cause the brown colour that appears on the fruit after cutting. If fruits or vegetables are not blanched, the enzymes are not deactivated and will continue to act slowly in the frozen product. For this reason, blanching is a key part of the preservation process, as it allows to obtain a higher quality final product.”

Although it is believed that blanching is done with the intent to comply with safety regulations, it’s actually more about quality and appearance, Gómez explains. “While blanching does remove microorganisms from the surface, it isn’t an crucial step in the processing of fruits and vegetables from a food safety perspective. That said, it’s true that blanching improves the overall quality of the final IQF product, but the control of certain variables can make the difference between a good-quality and a premium-quality product. Temperature control is one of the most important steps in the process.”  

According to Gómez, it is crucial to reach the optimal temperature when blanching and have total control over the blanching time. “Over-blanching damages the product’s cellular structure, which leads to the loss of vitamins, minerals as well as the flavor. The OctoFrost IF Blancher is the latest technological innovation in the food processing industry. Its rainshower system allows the hot water to fall onto the product by means of gravity and break the layer of air surrounding it. This method reduces the blanching time to a minimum, which in turn prevents over-blanching and preserves the product’s appearance.”

“Steam injection has proven to be the best practice in the industry when it comes to heating the blanching water, as it uses less energy than any other traditional methods. In addition, this method ensures that the heat is completely absorbed into the water,” Gómez states.

“Because effectiveness and energy efficiency are two of our top priorities, the IF blancher has been designed to achieve the fastest and most efficient blanching. Thanks to the OctoFrost cross-flow water system, the water leaves the machine right after showering the product and then re-enters the water tank to be reheated by the steam injection. This method ensures no steam leaks, which results in a 30 to 40 per cent reduction in steam usage.”

Optimal blanching of IQF fruits and vegetables allows the deactivation of enzymes to ensure top quality results, Gómez explains. “Optimal blanching is achieved by quickly reaching the desired core temperature, followed by rapid chilling. This is the reason why it’s crucial to have total control of the temperature at every step of the process. Our IF blancher achieves this thanks to its different temperature zones. Keeping up to date with the latest technological innovations in the food industry keeps you competitive in the current growing trend of the global IQF market. This is key to the long-term success of your IQF business” she concludes.

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