639 exporter companies and 773 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
39,938 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
Page data last updated on 2026-08-19.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Asparagus
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Fresh Asparagus Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Fresh Asparagus: Spain (+129.3%), South Africa (+127.2%), Poland (+103.5%).
Fresh Asparagus Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-02, countries with visible Fresh Asparagus transaction unit prices: South Africa (24.71 USD / kg), Netherlands (14.88 USD / kg), France (12.50 USD / kg), Costa Rica (8.41 USD / kg), Thailand (7.91 USD / kg), 9 more countries.
639 exporters and 773 importers are mapped for Fresh Asparagus.
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Fresh Asparagus Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
639 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Asparagus. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Asparagus Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-19
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-01
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Bangladesh)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-19
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-20
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Fresh Asparagus Global Exporter Coverage
639 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Asparagus (HS Code 070920) in 2024
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Fresh Asparagus Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Asparagus Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
773 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Asparagus demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Asparagus Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-19
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(France)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-20
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-07
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-07
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-19
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Taiwan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-19
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
773 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Asparagus.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Asparagus (HS Code 070920) in 2024
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Date
Entry Name
Unit Price (USD)
2026-08-01
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128.07 USD / kg
2026-08-01
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97.05 USD / kg
2026-08-01
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17.99 USD / kg
2026-08-01
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30.27 USD / kg
2026-08-01
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2.74 USD / kg
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupVegetables
Scientific NameAsparagus officinalis
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
Perennial crop requiring well-drained soils and careful irrigation management in dry production zones
Temperate production systems typically harvest in spring; some irrigated coastal systems support extended or year-round harvest scheduling
Main VarietiesGreen asparagus, White asparagus, Purple asparagus
Consumption Forms
Fresh (cooked/steamed/grilled)
Processed (frozen, canned) in some origin supply chains
Grading Factors
Tip compactness/closure
Straightness and overall spear form
Spear diameter sizing and uniformity
Color conformity (e.g., green/white requirements by type)
Freedom from decay, bruising, and defects
Planting to HarvestTypically requires multiple seasons to establish; meaningful harvest generally begins after the establishment phase, with full production commonly reached after roughly 3–4 years in managed plantings (extension guidance).
Market
Fresh asparagus (HS 070920) is a highly perishable vegetable traded internationally with demand shaped by strong seasonal consumption patterns and premium retail/foodservice positioning. Global production is heavily concentrated in China, while export-oriented fresh supply is led by Peru and Mexico, which anchor off-season availability into major import markets. The United States is the largest single import market in recent UN Comtrade data (via WITS), with major European markets (notably Germany, Spain, and the United Kingdom) also prominent. Market dynamics are strongly logistics-driven: maintaining rapid cooling and strict cold-chain control is central to preserving quality and avoiding toughening and decay during transport.
Major Producing Countries
ChinaDominant global producer by volume (FAOSTAT figures commonly cited in horticultural literature).
PeruMajor producer and leading origin for fresh-export trade (HS 070920).
MexicoMajor producer and key exporter, especially into North American markets (HS 070920).
Major Exporting Countries
PeruTop exporter of fresh/chilled asparagus in recent UN Comtrade data (via WITS, HS 070920).
MexicoTop-tier exporter of fresh/chilled asparagus in recent UN Comtrade data (via WITS, HS 070920).
United StatesMaterial exporter in global HS 070920 trade flows (via WITS/UN Comtrade).
SpainMajor European exporter in HS 070920 trade flows (via WITS/UN Comtrade).
NetherlandsSignificant exporter/re-exporter role within European distribution (via WITS/UN Comtrade).
Major Importing Countries
United StatesLargest import market by value for fresh/chilled asparagus in recent UN Comtrade data (via WITS, HS 070920).
GermanyLeading import market in Europe for HS 070920 asparagus (via WITS/UN Comtrade).
SpainLarge import market and intra-EU trading hub for HS 070920 asparagus (via WITS/UN Comtrade).
United KingdomMajor import market for HS 070920 asparagus (via WITS/UN Comtrade).
CanadaSignificant North American import market for HS 070920 asparagus (via WITS/UN Comtrade).
JapanNotable import market in East Asia for HS 070920 asparagus (via WITS/UN Comtrade).
Supply Calendar
Peru:Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round harvest is feasible in coastal production systems, with trade press commonly describing peak export availability in early autumn through early winter.
Mexico (Sonora):Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, AprWinter-to-spring supply window for North American markets is commonly marketed by major growers as December–April harvest.
Europe (temperate production belt):Apr, May, JunMain European harvest season is typically concentrated in spring (commonly cited as April–June in horticultural references).
Specification
Major VarietiesGreen asparagus (unblanched), White asparagus (blanched/etiolated), Purple asparagus
Physical Attributes
Straight, turgid spears with compact/closed tips are preferred in higher grades (UNECE FFV-04).
Spear diameter and uniformity are key commercial sizing parameters (UNECE FFV-04).
Compositional Metrics
Rapid lignification (toughening) and loss of tenderness is a core quality concern when temperature control is poor (postharvest guidance).
Grades
UNECE FFV-04 quality classes: “Extra”, Class I, Class II.
Packaging
Cartons commonly use moisture-retaining pads to maintain high relative humidity and reduce butt-end drying (postharvest guidance).
Bundled or loose spears are traded; sizing by diameter is commonly applied for grade/presentation (UNECE FFV-04).
Seasonal spring consumption peak in temperate markets (notably Europe and North America) with additional off-season demand supported by imports.
Premium fresh vegetable positioning in modern retail and foodservice where spear quality and freshness are highly visible to buyers.
Temperature
Optimum storage/transport temperature is near 0–2°C with very high relative humidity (95–100%) to reduce dehydration and quality loss.
Quality deterioration accelerates quickly at warmer temperatures, including faster toughening and decay risk.
Atmosphere Control
Elevated CO2 atmospheres (commonly described around 5–10%) can help reduce decay and slow toughening under appropriate temperature control (postharvest guidance).
Shelf Life
Fresh asparagus is highly perishable; rapid cooling immediately after harvest is emphasized in postharvest guidance.
Extended storage at very low temperatures can carry disorder risks (including chilling-related quality issues) depending on time/conditions; quality management is typically oriented to short, fast-moving distribution windows.
Risks
Cold Chain and Shelf Life HighFresh asparagus deteriorates rapidly without strict temperature and humidity control; delays, warm excursions, or insufficient pre-cooling can quickly reduce tenderness and marketable quality, increasing shrink and claim risk in long-distance trade.Enforce rapid pre-cooling (commonly hydrocooling), maintain near 0–2°C and high humidity throughout handling, and use appropriate packaging/humidity control to minimize dehydration.
Supply Concentration MediumGlobal fresh export availability is concentrated in a small number of origins (notably Peru and Mexico in recent UN Comtrade/WITS trade flows), increasing exposure to localized shocks (weather, logistics disruptions, policy changes) in those supply basins.Maintain multi-origin sourcing programs (e.g., Peru/Mexico/Spain/US seasonal complements) and align promotions with validated supply windows.
Water Scarcity MediumKey export-oriented asparagus production systems can depend on irrigation in water-scarce environments; published sustainability research highlights groundwater pressure and water governance risk in Peru’s coastal asparagus regions, which can constrain long-run production resilience and elevate ESG scrutiny.Prioritize suppliers with verified water stewardship practices (metering, efficient irrigation, aquifer management engagement) and incorporate water-risk screening into origin strategy.
Regulatory Compliance MediumFresh asparagus trade is sensitive to pesticide residue compliance and phytosanitary requirements; non-compliance can lead to rejections, added treatments, or lost market access.Implement GAP/IPM programs, routine residue monitoring, and destination-specific compliance checks aligned with Codex and importing-country rules.
Sustainability
Water stewardship and groundwater stress risks in key export production zones, notably irrigated coastal desert asparagus systems in Peru (e.g., Ica Valley).
Cold-chain energy use and refrigerant management sensitivity due to near-0°C handling requirements for preserving fresh quality.
Labor & Social
Seasonal labor availability and worker welfare in labor-intensive hand-harvest and packing operations.
Occupational health and safety risks in field harvesting, handling, and packhouse environments (cuts, repetitive motion, heat/cold exposure).
FAQ
Which countries dominate global exports of fresh asparagus?Recent UN Comtrade data summarized via WITS for HS 070920 show Peru and Mexico as the top exporting countries, with other notable exporters including the United States, Spain, and the Netherlands.
Why is cold-chain performance such a critical issue for fresh asparagus trade?Postharvest guidance emphasizes that asparagus is highly perishable and needs near 0–2°C storage/transport with very high humidity to slow toughening and dehydration. Temperature abuse or delays can quickly reduce quality and shorten the marketable window.
What grade or class terminology is commonly used in international asparagus transactions?UNECE’s FFV-04 standard defines three quality classes for asparagus used in trade: “Extra”, Class I, and Class II, with sizing commonly specified by spear diameter.
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