Morocco strengthens its position in the British fresh raspberry market

Published Mar 7, 2025

Tridge summary

Morocco has seen a significant growth in its raspberry exports to the UK, reaching 5,700 tonnes in the first half of the 2023/24 season, more than doubling the previous season's volume. The country now leads as the main supplier of fresh raspberries to the UK, contributing to 50% of the country's imports, surpassing Spain. Raspberry sales have become the primary source of export revenues for Morocco's fruit market, generating $52 million in the first half of the current season. With the export period running from September to June and a peak from January to May, Morocco is on track to set new records. In 2024, the country ranked as the world's second-largest raspberry exporter, following Mexico, highlighting its strong position in the global market.

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Morocco continues its rise in the UK fresh raspberry market. According to data reported by EastFruit, the kingdom has broken new export records in the 2023/24 season and is continuing this momentum in 2024. In the first six months of the current season, shipments to the UK reached 5,700 tonnes, more than double the volumes of the previous season and a 41% increase compared to 2022/23. Moroccan exporters are benefiting from growing demand for their raspberries, particularly in the UK market where the country is now the main supplier. In the past season, Morocco accounted for 50% of UK fresh raspberry imports, well ahead of its Spanish competitor, which only accounted for 37% of supplies. The importance of Moroccan raspberry exports continues to grow, so much so that this fruit has become the leading product in terms of export revenues in the fruit segment in Morocco. Revenues from raspberry sales abroad reached a record $52 million in the first half of the 2023/24 season. ...

Source: Agrimaroc