Feb 26, 2026
IndexBox has just published a new report: U.S. – Figs – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights.
The US fig market saw consumption grow to 47K tons in 2024, driven by strong import growth, while domestic production remained flat at 28K tons. The market value was $258M. Forecasts to 2035 predict a deceleration, with volume growth at a CAGR of +0.2% to 48K tons and a slight value decline at a CAGR of -0.2% to $252M. Turkey dominates imports, supplying 82% of the 21K tons imported. US exports are modest at 2K tons, primarily to Mexico and Canada.
Key Findings
US fig consumption reached 47K tons in 2024, with forecast growth slowing to a +0.2% CAGR through 2035Market value is projected to decline slightly at a -0.2% CAGR, reaching $252M by 2035Domestic production is stagnant at 28K tons, creating a supply gap filled by surging importsImports hit 21K tons in 2024, with Turkey supplying 82% of the total volumeUS exports remain limited at 2K tons, primarily destined for neighboring Mexico and CanadaMarket Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for figs in the United States, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to decelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +0.2% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market volume to 48K tons by the end of 2035.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of -0.2% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market value to $252M (in nominal wholesale prices) by the end of 2035.
ConsumptionUnited States’s Consumption of Figs
In 2024, the amount of figs consumed in the United States expanded modestly to 47K tons, surging by 1.7% on the year before. The total consumption volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the period from 2013 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2023 when the consumption volume increased by 9.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption reached the maximum volume in 2024 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
The value of the fig market in the United States dropped to $258M in 2024, with a decrease of -4.3% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a noticeable increase from 2013 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, consumption increased by +28.3% against 2021 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $269M in 2023, and then declined in the following year.
ProductionUnited States’s Production of Figs
In 2024, production of figs in the United States reached 28K tons, stabilizing at the previous year’s figure. In general, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 3.3%. Fig production peaked at 30K tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2024, production remained at a lower figure. Fig output in the United States indicated a relatively flat trend pattern, which was largely conditioned by a relatively flat trend pattern of the harvested area and a relatively flat trend pattern in yield figures.
In value terms, fig production reduced to $158M in 2024. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the period from 2013 to 2024; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 22%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $169M in 2023, and then dropped in the following year.
Yield
The average yield of figs in the United States totaled 11 tons per ha in 2024, remaining constant against 2023. Over the period under review, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the yield increased by 3.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average fig yield hit record highs at 11 tons per ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2024, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Harvested Area
In 2024, approx. 2.7K ha of figs were harvested in the United States; flattening at 2023. Over the period under review, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the harvested area increased by 3%. The fig harvested area peaked at 2.8K ha in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2024, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.
ImportsUnited States’s Imports of Figs
For the seventh year in a row, the United States recorded growth in overseas purchases of figs, which increased by 7.5% to 21K tons in 2024. In general, imports showed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2024 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
In value terms, fig imports skyrocketed to $80M in 2024. Overall, imports showed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 56% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2024 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.
Imports By Country
In 2024, Turkey (17K tons) constituted the largest fig supplier to the United States, accounting for a 82% share of total imports. Moreover, fig imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Mexico (1.7K tons), tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Afghanistan (1.2K tons), with a 6% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey totaled +8.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mexico (+31.6% per year) and Afghanistan (+54.1% per year).
In value terms, Turkey ($65M) constituted the largest supplier of figs to the United States, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mexico ($7.3M), with a 9.1% share of total imports. It was followed by Afghanistan, with a 3.3% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of value from Turkey amounted to +12.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mexico (+32.9% per year) and Afghanistan (+46.4% per year).
Import Prices By Country
The average fig import price stood at $3,829 per ton in 2024, rising by 21% against the previous year. Over the period from 2013 to 2024, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.6%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 32%. The import price peaked at $4,131 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2024, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2024, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Greece ($8,322 per ton), while the price for Afghanistan ($2,139 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece (+7.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
ExportsUnited States’s Exports of Figs
In 2024, shipments abroad of figs was finally on the rise to reach 2K tons after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. The exports peaked at 6.8K tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2024, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, fig exports surged to $11M in 2024. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a deep reduction. The exports peaked at $25M in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2024, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports By Country
Mexico (740 tons), Canada (574 tons) and Hong Kong SAR (285 tons) were the main destinations of fig exports from the United States, with a combined 82% share of total exports. Turkey and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 7.2%.
From 2013 to 2024, the biggest increases were recorded for Turkey (with a CAGR of +10.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.
In value terms, the largest markets for fig exported from the United States were Canada ($4.3M), Mexico ($2.3M) and Hong Kong SAR ($2.1M), together comprising 80% of total exports. Turkey and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 4.9%.
Turkey, with a CAGR of +8.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.
Export Prices By Country
In 2024, the average fig export price amounted to $5,474 per ton, declining by -13.5% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a modest increase from 2013 to 2024: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, fig export price increased by +8.1% against 2021 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $6,326 per ton in 2023, and then shrank in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($9,877 per ton), while the average price for exports to Mexico ($3,078 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (+6.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform
This report provides a comprehensive view of the fig industry in the United States, tracking demand, supply, and trade flows across the national value chain. It explains how demand across key channels and end-use segments shapes consumption patterns, while also mapping the role of input availability, production efficiency, and regulatory standards on supply.
Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between domestic suppliers and international partners. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the fig landscape in the United States.
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Key findings
Domestic demand is shaped by both household and industrial usage, with trade flows linking local supply to imports and exports.
Pricing dynamics reflect unit values, freight costs, exchange rates, and regulatory shifts that affect sourcing decisions.
Supply depends on input availability and production efficiency, creating a distinct national cost curve.
Market concentration varies by segment, creating different competitive landscapes and entry barriers.
The 2035 outlook highlights where capacity investment and demand growth are most aligned within the country.
Report scope
The report combines market sizing with trade intelligence and price analytics for the United States. It covers both historical performance and the forward outlook to 2035, allowing you to compare cycles, structural shifts, and policy impacts.
Market size and growth in value and volume terms
Consumption structure by end-use segments
Production capacity, output, and cost dynamics
Trade flows, exporters, importers, and balances
Price benchmarks, unit values, and margin signals
Competitive context and market entry conditions
Product coverageCountry coverageCountry profile and benchmarks
This report provides a consistent view of market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United States. The profile highlights demand structure and trade position, enabling benchmarking against regional and global peers.
Methodology
The analysis is built on a multi-source framework that combines official statistics, trade records, company disclosures, and expert validation. Data are standardized, reconciled, and cross-checked to ensure consistency across time series.
International trade data (exports, imports, and mirror statistics)
National production and consumption statistics
Company-level information from financial filings and public releases
Price series and unit value benchmarks
Analyst review, outlier checks, and time-series validation
All data are normalized to a common product definition and mapped to a consistent set of codes. This ensures that comparisons across time are aligned and actionable.
Forecasts to 2035
The forecast horizon extends to 2035 and is based on a structured model that links fig demand and supply to macroeconomic indicators, trade patterns, and sector-specific drivers. The model captures both cyclical and structural factors and reflects known policy and technology shifts in the United States.
Historical baseline: 2012-2025
Forecast horizon: 2026-2035
Scenario-based sensitivity to income growth, substitution, and regulation
Capacity and investment outlook for major producing companies
Each projection is built from national historical patterns and the broader regional context, allowing the report to show where growth is concentrated and where risks are elevated.
Price analysis and trade dynamics
Prices are analyzed in detail, including export and import unit values, regional spreads, and changes in trade costs. The report highlights how seasonality, freight rates, exchange rates, and supply disruptions influence pricing and margins.
Price benchmarks by country and sub-region
Export and import unit value trends
Seasonality and calendar effects in trade flows
Price outlook to 2035 under baseline assumptions
Profiles of market participants
Key producers, exporters, and distributors are profiled with a focus on their operational scale, geographic footprint, product mix, and market positioning. This helps identify competitive pressure points, partnership opportunities, and routes to differentiation.
Business focus and production capabilities
Geographic reach and distribution networks
Cost structure and pricing strategy indicators
Compliance, certification, and sustainability context
How to use this report
Quantify domestic demand and identify the most attractive segments
Evaluate export opportunities and prioritize target destinations
Track price dynamics and protect margins
Benchmark performance against leading competitors
Build evidence-based forecasts for investment decisions
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, investors, and advisors who need a clear, data-driven picture of fig dynamics in the United States.
FAQ
What is included in the fig market in the United States?
The market size aggregates consumption and trade data, presented in both value and volume terms.
How are the forecasts to 2035 built?
The projections combine historical trends with macroeconomic indicators, trade dynamics, and sector-specific drivers.
Does the report cover prices and margins?
Yes, it includes export and import unit values, regional spreads, and a pricing outlook to 2035.
Which benchmarks are included?
The report benchmarks market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United States.
Can this report support market entry decisions?
Yes, it highlights demand hotspots, trade routes, pricing trends, and competitive context.