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Fresh Okra Market Overview 2026

Derived Products
Dried Okra, Okra Powder, Frozen Okra
HS Code
070999
Last Updated
2026-04-22
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Fresh Okra market coverage spans 149 countries.
  • 818 exporter companies and 1,061 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 12,846 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 2 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-22.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Okra

Analyze 12,846 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Okra.

Fresh Okra Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Okra to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Okra: Uganda (+109.4%), Lebanon (+77.7%), Honduras (+65.3%).

Fresh Okra Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Okra country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Okra transaction unit prices: United States (8.29 USD / kg), Italy (5.31 USD / kg), Philippines (4.45 USD / kg), South Africa (1.48 USD / kg), Honduras (1.41 USD / kg), 3 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Philippines-5.0%524.45 USD / kg (13,275 kg)4.45 USD / kg (7,175 kg)4.45 USD / kg (755 kg)4.45 USD / kg (750 kg)4.45 USD / kg (1,350 kg)4.45 USD / kg (5,409.9 kg)
India-8.6%11,3031.02 USD / kg (463,351.601 kg)0.98 USD / kg (296,008.513 kg)0.96 USD / kg (338,374.736 kg)0.83 USD / kg (570,233.15 kg)0.80 USD / kg (546,741.582 kg)0.97 USD / kg (342,582.37 kg)
Honduras+65.3%419- (-)- (-)- (-)1.63 USD / kg (307,107 kg)1.41 USD / kg (675,741 kg)1.41 USD / kg (486,530 kg)
Mexico-9.8%3041.96 USD / kg (605,755.7 kg)1.11 USD / kg (4,023,127.787 kg)0.20 USD / kg (5,491,110.348 kg)0.21 USD / kg (8,364,766.279 kg)0.21 USD / kg (3,280,372.48 kg)0.19 USD / kg (571,161.763 kg)
South Africa+30.9%3010.54 USD / kg (850.05 kg)1.45 USD / kg (222.8 kg)2.24 USD / kg (238.43 kg)1.43 USD / kg (144.88 kg)2.29 USD / kg (383.33 kg)1.48 USD / kg (295.25 kg)
Costa Rica-61.2%49- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Italy+9.2%32- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)4.75 USD / kg (126,464 kg)5.31 USD / kg (30,460 kg)
Pakistan-17.8%283.52 USD / kg (570 kg)4.08 USD / kg (2,593 kg)1.59 USD / kg (-)1.59 USD / kg (1,037 kg)- (-)- (-)
United States+0.0%258.29 USD / kg (5 kg)8.29 USD / kg (7.8 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)8.29 USD / kg (9 kg)
Nicaragua+27.2%10- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Fresh Okra Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,879 companies
818 exporters and 1,061 importers are mapped for Fresh Okra.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Okra, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Fresh Okra Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

818 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Okra. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Fresh Okra Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

2 premium Fresh Okra suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Fresh and Flawless Impex
India
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Jitban Supply Chain Pvt. Ltd.
India
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.

Fresh Okra Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 818 total exporter companies in the Fresh Okra supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-07-07
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-06
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-18
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: OthersHORECA
Fresh Okra Global Exporter Coverage
818 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Okra supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Okra opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Okra (HS Code 070999) in 2024

For Fresh Okra in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Netherlands146,249,099.53 kg567,583,504.938 USD
2Italy201,716,035 kg527,970,290.947 USD
3Mexico402,033,325 kg361,417,840 USD
4Spain124,083,682.796 kg213,360,175.906 USD
5United States144,715,615 kg213,258,956 USD
6Egypt34,384,846.864 kg99,291,723.277 USD
7India110,999,563 kg87,951,555.444 USD
8Uzbekistan78,453,081.454 kg55,523,422.94 USD
9Germany13,214,248 kg38,540,319.957 USD
10Belgium45,031,645.42 kg35,934,625.553 USD

Fresh Okra Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Fresh Okra exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Fresh Okra Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

1,061 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Okra demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Fresh Okra Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,061 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Okra. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Australia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-04-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Online Retail And FulfillmentOthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food WholesalersFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Kingdom)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-20
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Bahrain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,061 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Okra.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Okra buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Okra (HS Code 070999) in 2024

For Fresh Okra in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1United States470,798,880 kg503,373,731 USD
2Hong Kong363,544,980 kg435,074,434.117 USD
3Germany146,583,317.975 kg433,108,055.445 USD
4Netherlands257,013,481.975 kg360,950,393.589 USD
5Canada120,116,456.227 kg214,466,658.485 USD
6Belgium40,205,599.38 kg91,847,429.09 USD
7Poland31,938,240 kg85,445,007 USD
8Sweden29,734,067.411 kg56,627,983.437 USD
9Switzerland14,567,926.605 kg52,769,813.061 USD
10Italy25,319,086 kg49,376,928.035 USD

Fresh Okra Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Fresh Okra origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Okra

Fresh Okra Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Fresh Okra wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Okra wholesale unit prices: United States (2.96 USD / kg), Thailand (2.75 USD / kg), Egypt (0.60 USD / kg), India (0.34 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
India0.29 USD / kg0.31 USD / kg0.36 USD / kg0.34 USD / kg0.32 USD / kg0.34 USD / kg
Pakistan0.35 USD / kg0.27 USD / kg0.51 USD / kg---
Egypt0.89 USD / kg0.56 USD / kg0.49 USD / kg0.54 USD / kg0.61 USD / kg0.60 USD / kg
United States3.15 USD / kg2.74 USD / kg2.59 USD / kg2.17 USD / kg2.63 USD / kg2.96 USD / kg
Thailand1.53 USD / kg2.07 USD / kg2.08 USD / kg2.08 USD / kg2.97 USD / kg2.75 USD / kg

Fresh Okra Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Fresh Okra wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1India0.39 USD / kg0.02 USD / kg0.93 USD / kg+3.8%
2Pakistan0.41 USD / kg0.12 USD / kg0.82 USD / kg-25.0%
3Egypt0.74 USD / kg0.12 USD / kg1.38 USD / kg-6.7%
4United States3.00 USD / kg1.76 USD / kg5.00 USD / kg-39.6%
5Thailand2.30 USD / kg0.82 USD / kg3.46 USD / kg-4.6%

Latest Fresh Okra Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Fresh Okra wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-04-01Bhi********** ************* ***** * * ************ *********** ****** ****0.32 USD / kg
2026-04-01Qui*** * ******* *** ** **********1.08 USD / kg
2026-04-01Bhi********** ************* ***** * * ************ *********** *** ****0.41 USD / kg
2026-04-01Bhi********** ************** ****** * * ************ ***** ******* ******* ****0.28 USD / kg
2026-04-01Bhi********** ************** *** * * ************ ****** ***** ****0.10 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupVegetable (warm-season/tropical vegetable)
Scientific NameAbelmoschus esculentus
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
  • Warm-season crop; sensitive to frost and cool temperatures.
  • Performs best under good sunlight with well-drained soils and consistent moisture during pod production.
Consumption Forms
  • Fresh pods (cooked dishes such as soups, stews, curries, and fried preparations)
  • Frozen okra (processed form for extended shelf life)
  • Dried okra (regional uses where applicable)
Grading Factors
  • Tenderness (low fibrousness) and correct harvest maturity
  • Uniform pod size/length and straightness
  • Fresh appearance (no shrivel/wilting)
  • Freedom from decay, insect damage, and surface blemishes
Planting to HarvestShort-season crop; first harvest commonly begins within weeks after sowing and continues with frequent pickings, depending on cultivar and growing temperatures.

Market

Fresh okra is a warm-season vegetable traded internationally primarily as a highly perishable, quality-sensitive fresh pod. Global production is concentrated in South Asia and West Africa, where okra is also a staple domestic vegetable, while export demand is often driven by diaspora consumption and regional foodservice. Because pods dehydrate and lose market quality quickly, trade competitiveness depends on rapid harvest-to-market throughput, high-humidity handling, and temperature management that avoids chilling injury. Market access and commercial risk are shaped by pesticide-residue compliance, pest pressure (notably virus-vector complexes), and cold-chain reliability.
Major Producing Countries
  • IndiaAmong the largest global producers in FAO FAOSTAT reporting for okra (lady's finger).
  • NigeriaMajor producer in West Africa in FAO FAOSTAT reporting for okra.
  • PakistanSignificant producer in South Asia in FAO FAOSTAT reporting for okra.
  • SudanNotable producer in FAO FAOSTAT reporting for okra.
  • MaliNotable producer in FAO FAOSTAT reporting for okra.

Specification

Physical Attributes
  • Tender, immature green pods marketed for fresh consumption; rapid toughening and fibrousness as pods over-mature.
  • High susceptibility to surface blemishing, shriveling, and moisture loss during handling.
Compositional Metrics
  • Buyer specifications commonly emphasize tenderness and low fiber development (a maturity proxy) rather than chemical composition metrics.
Grades
  • Commercial grading commonly focuses on uniform pod size/length, color, straightness, and freedom from defects, decay, and insect damage (requirements vary by buyer and market).
Packaging
  • Ventilated cartons or crates designed to limit compression damage while maintaining high relative humidity.
  • Retail packs may use films or liners (modified-atmosphere style packaging) to slow moisture loss and maintain appearance.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Harvest (frequent pickings) -> field shade/rapid aggregation -> gentle sorting and defect removal -> high-humidity packaging -> refrigerated transport with chilling-injury avoidance -> wholesale/retail distribution
Demand Drivers
  • Diaspora and ethnic-market demand in import destinations for fresh pods.
  • Foodservice use in soups, stews, curries, and fried dishes where pod tenderness is a key quality attribute.
Temperature
  • Temperature management is critical but constrained by chilling sensitivity; overly cold storage can cause chilling injury and rapid quality loss.
  • High relative humidity is important to reduce shriveling and weight loss.
Atmosphere Control
  • Modified-atmosphere style packaging (films/liners) is used in some supply chains to reduce dehydration and slow deterioration, with careful venting to limit condensation and decay.
Shelf Life
  • Very short fresh-market window; quality declines quickly without rapid distribution and high-humidity handling.

Risks

Postharvest Quality And Cold Chain HighFresh okra deteriorates rapidly after harvest (wilting, shriveling, and decay) and is also vulnerable to chilling injury if held too cold, making cold-chain reliability and correct temperature set-points a deal-breaker for long-distance trade.Use high-humidity packaging and fast harvest-to-cooling workflows, maintain steady temperature control that avoids chilling injury, and prioritize short transit times with clear receiver handling protocols.
Pest And Disease MediumVirus and insect-pressure complexes (including whitefly-transmitted diseases such as okra yellow vein mosaic disease in parts of South Asia) can reduce yields and raise pesticide-use intensity, impacting supply stability and residue compliance.Strengthen integrated pest management (IPM), vector control, resistant varieties where available, and residue-monitoring programs aligned to destination-market limits.
Food Safety MediumFrequent pest-control interventions and short harvest intervals can elevate pesticide-residue non-compliance risk, while poor water hygiene during washing/handling can introduce microbial contamination in fresh supply chains.Implement GAP/HACCP-aligned controls, verify pre-harvest intervals, conduct routine residue testing, and maintain potable-water and sanitation controls through packing operations.
Climate MediumOkra is a warm-season crop, but heat extremes, irregular rainfall, and storm disruptions can affect flowering, pod set, and field access, increasing volatility for export programs dependent on consistent weekly harvests.Diversify sourcing across regions and planting windows, use irrigation and drainage where feasible, and integrate weather-risk monitoring into procurement plans.
Sustainability
  • Food loss and waste risk is high because okra is highly perishable and sensitive to handling and temperature errors.
  • Pesticide-use intensity can be elevated in some production systems due to insect pressure, increasing compliance and environmental scrutiny.
Labor & Social
  • Labor-intensive harvesting with frequent pickings can increase worker-safety and labor-availability sensitivity in peak seasons, especially in smallholder-dominated systems.

FAQ

Which countries are major global producers of fresh okra?FAO’s FAOSTAT reporting identifies India as a leading producer of okra globally, with other major production coming from parts of West Africa (including Nigeria) and South Asia (including Pakistan), among additional producing countries.
Why is fresh okra considered difficult to ship long distances?Fresh okra loses quality quickly after harvest due to dehydration and decay, and it is also susceptible to chilling injury if stored too cold; postharvest guidance sources such as university and extension postharvest programs highlight that tight, correct temperature and high-humidity handling are critical to preserve market quality.
What are common trade risks related to compliance for fresh okra?A frequent risk is pesticide-residue non-compliance because okra can face high insect pressure in the field; plant health references (for example, CABI’s crop protection resources) also note disease-vector pressures in some regions, which can increase treatment intensity and raise compliance scrutiny in destination markets.

Fresh Okra Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices

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All country market pages: United Kingdom, India, Mexico, Nigeria, United States, Bangladesh, Germany, Thailand, Costa Rica, Netherlands, Pakistan, Egypt, France, South Africa, Canada, Vietnam, Austria, China, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, Brazil, Philippines, Kenya, Sweden, Switzerland, Italy, Kuwait, Morocco, Spain, Norway, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Malaysia, Bulgaria, Saudi Arabia, Maldives, Hong Kong, Zambia, Ghana, Honduras, Belgium, Peru, Poland, Bhutan, Senegal, Nepal, Denmark, Uzbekistan, Czechia, Israel, Greece, Sri Lanka, Sierra Leone, Jordan, Japan, Guatemala, Portugal, Slovakia, South Korea, Nicaragua, Andorra, Australia, Dominican Republic, Luxembourg, Turkiye, Romania, Finland, Serbia, Ukraine, Hungary, Ireland, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, Taiwan, Botswana, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Macedonia, Oman, Macao, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Bahamas, Bahrain, Slovenia, Antigua and Barbuda, Albania, Argentina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Belize, Ivory Coast, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Cyprus, Ecuador, Estonia, Fiji, Gabon, Georgia, Gambia, Guinea, Indonesia, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Lesotho, Lithuania, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Réunion, Sudan, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Yemen, Zimbabwe

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