Parent Product
Fresh Globe Tomato
Last Updated
2026-06-17
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Beefsteak Tomato market coverage spans 9 countries.
- 27 exporter companies and 30 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,377 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 2 countries.
- 0 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 2026-06-17.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Beefsteak Tomato
Analyze 1,377 supplier-linked transactions across the top 2 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Beefsteak Tomato.
Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Fresh Beefsteak Tomato: Mexico (+1.0%).
Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Beefsteak Tomato transaction unit prices: Mexico (1.70 USD / kg), Ethiopia (0.81 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | +1.0% | 1,376 | 2.09 USD / kg (348,206.18 kg) | 2.03 USD / kg (499,680.09 kg) | 1.88 USD / kg (477,172.921 kg) | 1.55 USD / kg (482,772.901 kg) | 1.62 USD / kg (393,783.87 kg) | 1.70 USD / kg (483,748.431 kg) | ||||||
| Ethiopia | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.81 USD / kg (450 kg) |
Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Global Supply Chain Coverage
57 companies
27 exporters and 30 importers are mapped for Fresh Beefsteak Tomato.
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Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
27 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Beefsteak Tomato. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 27 total exporter companies in the Fresh Beefsteak Tomato supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-30
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Canada, United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Tomato, Fresh Watermelon, Fresh Globe Tomato +2
(Dominican Republic)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthers
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Cucumber, Fresh Bell Pepper, Fresh Tomato +3
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Retail
Exporting Countries: United States, Canada
Supplying Products: Fresh Tomato, Fresh Cucumber, Fresh Bell Pepper +5
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-15
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States, Canada
Supplying Products: Fresh Tomato, Fresh Bell Pepper, Fresh Chili Pepper +5
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-22
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States, Canada
Supplying Products: Fresh Tomato, Fresh Bell Pepper, Fresh Cucumber +5
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-31
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Canada, United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Tomato, Fresh Cherry, Fresh Bell Pepper +5
Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Global Exporter Coverage
27 companies
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Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
30 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Beefsteak Tomato demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-15
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-06-18
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
30 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Beefsteak Tomato.
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Beefsteak Tomato
Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Beefsteak Tomato wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Beefsteak Tomato wholesale unit prices: Taiwan (2.22 USD / kg).
Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Fresh Beefsteak Tomato Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-01 | 番茄-*** * ***** *** | 1.27 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 番茄-*** * ***** *** | 1.69 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 番茄-*** * ***** *** | 1.85 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 番茄-*** * ***** ** | 1.68 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 番茄-*** * ***** *** | 1.64 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupFruiting vegetables (fresh tomatoes)
Scientific NameSolanum lycopersicum
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Warm-season crop; frost sensitive
- Protected cultivation (greenhouses/high tunnels) widely used for export-quality consistency
- Requires reliable water supply and nutrient management for uniform size and firmness
Main VarietiesBeefsteak (large-fruited slicer types), Round/globe slicers, Vine/cluster tomatoes, Plum/Roma types, Cherry/grape types
Consumption Forms
- Fresh slicing (sandwiches, burgers, salads)
- Fresh foodservice prep (salsas and garnishes)
- Home cooking (sauces and sautés), though beefsteak types are primarily marketed for fresh use
Grading Factors
- Size and weight uniformity
- Firmness and pressure-damage tolerance
- Color stage and uniform ripening
- Absence of cracks, scars, decay, and major blemishes
- Shape uniformity (especially important for large-fruited types)
Market
Fresh beefsteak tomato is a high-bulk, highly perishable fresh vegetable traded internationally mainly for year-round retail and foodservice supply. Global tomato production is geographically widespread, while fresh export flows are more concentrated in a small set of consistent suppliers to North America and Europe (including Mexico, the Netherlands, Spain, Morocco, and Turkey). Trade competitiveness is shaped by protected-cultivation capacity, logistics proximity to major consumer markets, and buyer specifications around size, firmness, and color stage. The market is particularly sensitive to phytosanitary disruptions (notably ToBRFV in greenhouse systems), cold-chain handling errors that cause quality loss, and energy cost swings that affect winter greenhouse output in temperate regions.
Market GrowthMixedYear-round greenhouse supply expansion in some regions alongside weather- and energy-driven variability
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaLargest global tomato producer (all tomato types combined); beefsteak variety shares are typically not separately reported in global statistics.
- IndiaAmong the largest global tomato producers; production largely oriented to domestic fresh consumption.
- TurkiyeMajor producer with significant greenhouse and fresh export capability to nearby markets.
- United StatesLarge producer with substantial fresh consumption; imports complement seasonal and regional supply.
- EgyptLarge producer; production predominantly domestic, with some export of fresh produce depending on season and logistics.
- ItalySignificant tomato producer (fresh and processing); fresh exports exist alongside a large processing industry.
Major Exporting Countries
- MexicoKey supplier of fresh tomatoes to the United States, supported by proximity and protected cultivation.
- NetherlandsMajor EU hub for greenhouse tomato production and re-export distribution.
- SpainImportant supplier to European markets with substantial greenhouse production.
- MoroccoSignificant winter-season supplier to the EU, largely via greenhouse production.
- TurkiyeRegional exporter to Europe and nearby markets; exports can be sensitive to logistics and policy shifts.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesMajor import market for fresh tomatoes, including large-fruited slicing types.
- GermanyLarge EU consumption market supplied via intra-EU flows and nearby exporters.
- FranceSignificant importer within the European fresh tomato market.
- United KingdomMajor importer with strong reliance on off-season greenhouse suppliers.
- CanadaLarge importer and producer of greenhouse tomatoes; imports complement seasonal and assortment needs.
Supply Calendar
- Mexico:Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, AprProtected cultivation supports strong winter-to-spring export availability into North America (timing varies by production region and market program).
- Morocco:Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, MarKey winter greenhouse supply window into Europe.
- Spain (Almería and other greenhouse regions):Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, MayLong greenhouse season supplying European retail programs.
- Netherlands:Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, OctSpring-to-autumn greenhouse peak; winter supply depends on lighting/heating economics.
- Turkey:Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, OctField and greenhouse supply can support summer-to-autumn export programs to regional markets.
Specification
Major VarietiesBeefsteak (large-fruited slicer types)
Physical Attributes
- Large fruit size with high bruising sensitivity compared with smaller tomato types
- Firmness and uniform color development are key buyer specifications for slicing tomatoes
- Stem-scar integrity and absence of cracks or ribbing-related defects are common quality concerns in large-fruited types
Compositional Metrics
- Soluble solids (°Brix) and flavor balance are frequently used in premium program specifications
- Color stage (mature green, breaker, turning, pink, light red, red) is used as a maturity/handling proxy in supply programs
Grades
- UNECE FFV-36 classes (e.g., Extra Class, Class I, Class II) are commonly referenced in international trade specifications for tomatoes
Packaging
- Corrugated cartons or reusable plastic crates with padding to reduce bruising for large-fruited tomatoes
- Retail trays/top-seal packs used in some programs to reduce handling damage and improve presentation
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest at defined maturity stage (often mature-green to breaker for longer distribution) -> grading/sorting -> packing -> temperature-managed transport -> distribution -> retail/foodservice
- Some supply programs use ripening management (including ethylene exposure) to align color stage with destination demand
Demand Drivers
- Year-round demand for slicing tomatoes in retail and foodservice (sandwiches, burgers, salads)
- Preference for consistent size, appearance, and eating quality in premium retail programs
- Growth of protected cultivation enabling more predictable supply into temperate markets
Temperature
- Cold-chain set points are maturity-dependent; temperatures too low can cause chilling injury and texture/flavor deterioration in tomatoes
- Large-fruited tomatoes require careful handling to limit bruising and pressure damage through packing and transport
Atmosphere Control
- Modified-atmosphere packaging is used in some retail formats to slow quality loss; broader use depends on program economics and transit time
Shelf Life
- Shelf life varies strongly by maturity at harvest and temperature management; quality loss accelerates with bruising, dehydration, and chilling injury
Risks
Plant Health HighTomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) can cause major yield and quality losses in greenhouse tomato systems and can trigger stricter phytosanitary measures, testing, and movement controls that disrupt seed/seedling supply and fresh tomato trade flows.Use certified seed/seedlings, maintain strict greenhouse hygiene and pest exclusion, implement routine surveillance/testing, and apply rapid containment protocols when detections occur.
Climate MediumHeatwaves, unseasonal cold, and extreme weather can sharply reduce yields and increase defects (cracking, poor set, uneven ripening), tightening availability and increasing volatility in spot pricing for fresh tomatoes.Diversify origin windows, use protected cultivation and climate-control where feasible, and maintain flexible specifications/programs to manage seasonal quality variation.
Logistics MediumFresh tomatoes are highly sensitive to bruising and temperature mismanagement; transport delays or improper set points can rapidly reduce sellable quality and increase shrink for large-fruited beefsteak types.Tighten packaging/stacking standards, align maturity-to-route temperature targets, and use quality checkpoints at dispatch and arrival.
Energy And Input Costs MediumGreenhouse tomato supply in temperate exporting regions can swing with energy prices (heating and supplemental lighting), affecting winter output and trade availability to major import markets.Monitor energy market exposure in key greenhouse origins, diversify winter sourcing regions, and contract with cost-pass-through or volume-flex mechanisms where appropriate.
Food Safety MediumFresh tomatoes can be implicated in foodborne illness events, leading to recalls, intensified inspections, and short-notice demand shocks that disrupt trade and supplier reputations.Implement robust GAP/GMP/HACCP-aligned controls, water-quality management, traceability, and rapid recall readiness across the supply chain.
Sustainability
- Energy intensity and associated emissions for heated and/or lit greenhouse tomato production in temperate regions
- Water and nutrient management (irrigation efficiency and fertilizer runoff) in intensive horticulture systems
- Pesticide stewardship and residue-compliance risk management in fresh produce trade
- Packaging waste (plastic films/trays) and pressure to shift to lower-impact packaging formats
Labor & Social
- Seasonal and migrant labor conditions in intensive horticulture (wages, housing, recruitment practices) in some major greenhouse and field production regions
- Worker health and safety exposure risks associated with pesticide handling and greenhouse working conditions
FAQ
Which countries are major exporters of fresh tomatoes in global trade?This record highlights Mexico, the Netherlands, Spain, Morocco, and Turkey as major exporting countries for fresh tomatoes, reflecting the importance of proximity-based supply into North America and Europe and the role of greenhouse production in enabling consistent export programs.
What is the biggest global risk that can disrupt fresh tomato supply and trade?A key high-severity risk is Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV), which can severely impact greenhouse tomato yields and quality and can trigger tighter phytosanitary controls that disrupt seed/seedling movement and fresh tomato trade flows.
Why is temperature management tricky for fresh tomatoes during transport?Tomatoes can suffer chilling injury if held too cold, which can degrade texture and flavor, while delays and rough handling can increase bruising—issues that are especially important for large-fruited beefsteak tomatoes.
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Parent product: Fresh Globe Tomato
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