Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Kale market coverage spans 132 countries.
- 179 exporter companies and 132 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 4,131 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 15 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 2026-04-04.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Kale
Analyze 4,131 supplier-linked transactions across the top 15 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Kale.
Fresh Kale Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Kale to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Kale: India (+272.6%), China (-71.1%), Ecuador (+61.6%).
Fresh Kale Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Kale country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Kale transaction unit prices: Ecuador (12.69 USD / kg), India (11.50 USD / kg), United Arab Emirates (8.11 USD / kg), Netherlands (6.91 USD / kg), South Africa (3.33 USD / kg), 5 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | -8.7% | 417 | 2.27 USD / kg (93,169.421 kg) | 2.13 USD / kg (73,800.75 kg) | 1.95 USD / kg (98,061.311 kg) | 1.75 USD / kg (87,639.55 kg) | 1.81 USD / kg (184,322.06 kg) | 1.71 USD / kg (133,144.201 kg) | ||||||
| Netherlands | -0.2% | 176 | 6.26 USD / kg (145 kg) | 6.52 USD / kg (104 kg) | 6.71 USD / kg (103 kg) | 7.30 USD / kg (145.4 kg) | 7.50 USD / kg (96 kg) | 6.91 USD / kg (132 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | +36.5% | 114 | 3.19 USD / kg (49.2 kg) | 2.16 USD / kg (169.2 kg) | 1.45 USD / kg (210.4 kg) | 3.20 USD / kg (43.2 kg) | 3.26 USD / kg (79.2 kg) | 3.33 USD / kg (210.2 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -44.8% | 3,157 | 1.61 USD / kg (264,570.911 kg) | 2.65 USD / kg (79,551.14 kg) | 3.45 USD / kg (51,926.53 kg) | 3.06 USD / kg (70,500.04 kg) | 2.89 USD / kg (78,062 kg) | 2.01 USD / kg (169,880.429 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -29.7% | 193 | 8.88 USD / kg (162 kg) | 8.88 USD / kg (3,950 kg) | 2.62 USD / kg (7,434 kg) | 0.78 USD / kg (7,653 kg) | 0.24 USD / kg (108,807 kg) | 0.19 USD / kg (104,835 kg) | ||||||
| India | +272.6% | 32 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.74 USD / kg (-) | 1.01 USD / kg (5 kg) | - (-) | 11.50 USD / kg (294 kg) | ||||||
| Colombia | -10.4% | 10 | 5.83 USD / kg (92.42 kg) | 5.67 USD / kg (48.36 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | +32.1% | 12 | - (-) | - (-) | 4.80 USD / kg (30 kg) | 6.18 USD / kg (145 kg) | - (-) | 8.11 USD / kg (65 kg) | ||||||
| Uzbekistan | -38.7% | 6 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.77 USD / kg (104 kg) | ||||||
| Panama | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Kale Global Supply Chain Coverage
311 companies
179 exporters and 132 importers are mapped for Fresh Kale.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Kale, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Kale Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
179 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Kale. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Kale Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 179 total exporter companies in the Fresh Kale supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Kale, Fresh Cabbage, Fresh Coriander Leaf +5
(Ecuador)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Panama
Supplying Products: Fresh Kale
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Panama
Supplying Products: Fresh Kale, Beef Stock
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Panama
Supplying Products: Fresh Kale
(Taiwan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Food WholesalersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Fresh Kale Global Exporter Coverage
179 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Kale supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Kale opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Kale (HS Code 070490) in 2024
For Fresh Kale in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 124,835,030 kg | 206,394,360 USD | View → |
| 2 | Mexico | 125,108,553 kg | 150,916,322 USD | View → |
| 3 | Netherlands | 132,288,964 kg | 133,712,135.309 USD | View → |
| 4 | Spain | 93,265,694.13 kg | 124,830,029.333 USD | View → |
| 5 | Italy | 82,913,586 kg | 118,267,286.004 USD | View → |
| 6 | Uzbekistan | 383,114,221.02 kg | 82,190,434.25 USD | View → |
| 7 | Canada | 85,564,835 kg | 80,906,710.089 USD | View → |
| 8 | Germany | 70,499,270 kg | 49,609,181.987 USD | View → |
| 9 | Poland | 76,055,637 kg | 48,681,078 USD | View → |
| 10 | Portugal | 37,855,952.466 kg | 35,397,477.84 USD | View → |
Fresh Kale Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Fresh Kale exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Fresh Kale Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
132 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Kale demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Kale Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 132 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Kale. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kenya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Cambodia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
132 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Kale.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Kale buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Kale (HS Code 070490) in 2024
For Fresh Kale in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 493,883,013 kg | 628,889,805 USD | View → |
| 2 | Canada | 115,737,927.843 kg | 200,555,800.118 USD | View → |
| 3 | Hong Kong | 270,933,816 kg | 183,894,323.502 USD | View → |
| 4 | Germany | 122,574,034.638 kg | 178,951,756.039 USD | View → |
| 5 | Malaysia | 233,062,473.57 kg | 98,454,091.094 USD | View → |
| 6 | Thailand | 232,293,731 kg | 93,928,391.04 USD | View → |
| 7 | Netherlands | 60,553,676 kg | 67,181,475.057 USD | View → |
| 8 | Poland | 37,339,750 kg | 33,207,634 USD | View → |
| 9 | Slovakia | 41,436,956 kg | 28,375,523.439 USD | View → |
| 10 | Denmark | 14,118,351 kg | 28,010,183.887 USD | View → |
Fresh Kale Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Fresh Kale 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 Kale
Fresh Kale Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Kale wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Kale wholesale unit prices: Canada (19.57 USD / kg), Italy (1.97 USD / kg), United States (1.73 USD / kg), France (1.47 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1.91 USD / kg | 1.88 USD / kg | 1.89 USD / kg | 1.82 USD / kg | 1.73 USD / kg | 1.73 USD / kg | ||||||
| Canada | 18.76 USD / kg | 19.08 USD / kg | 19.98 USD / kg | 19.89 USD / kg | 19.78 USD / kg | 19.57 USD / kg | ||||||
| France | 1.27 USD / kg | 1.42 USD / kg | 1.34 USD / kg | 1.56 USD / kg | 1.65 USD / kg | 1.47 USD / kg | ||||||
| Poland | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||||||
| Italy | - | 1.97 USD / kg | - | - | - | 1.97 USD / kg |
Fresh Kale Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Kale wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 1.86 USD / kg | 0.82 USD / kg | 3.17 USD / kg | -0.9% | View → |
| 2 | Canada | 19.68 USD / kg | 12.95 USD / kg | 24.95 USD / kg | +13.5% | View → |
| 3 | France | 1.62 USD / kg | 0.81 USD / kg | 9.32 USD / kg | +0.8% | View → |
| 4 | Poland | 3.21 USD / kg | 3.07 USD / kg | 3.35 USD / kg | -2.8% | View → |
| 5 | Italy | 1.91 USD / kg | 0.94 USD / kg | 3.05 USD / kg | -6.0% | View → |
Latest Fresh Kale Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Kale wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupLeafy brassica (cruciferous vegetable)
Scientific NameBrassica oleracea (Acephala Group)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Cool-season crop; best quality where summers are cool or when grown into fall/winter
- Not well adapted to hot weather; heat stress reduces quality
- Grows in a range of soils when moisture is adequate; commercial production often uses irrigation and fertility programs typical of leafy vegetables
Main VarietiesCurly/Scotch-type kales, Siberian/Russian-type kales, Italian/Tuscan types (e.g., Cavolo Nero / 'Lacinato')
Consumption Forms
- Fresh bunches (cooked greens, soups/stews, sautés)
- Fresh-cut kale (bagged/packed leafy greens where offered)
- Blended/juiced applications in some consumer segments
Grading Factors
- Well trimmed; uniformity of type
- Freedom from decay
- Freedom from damage such as yellow/discolored leaves, wilting, seedstems, bud burn, freezing injury, dirt/foreign matter, disease, insects, or mechanical injury
Planting to HarvestApproximately 50–60 days to first harvest for many commercial kale varieties under typical field conditions (varies by variety and season).
Market
Fresh kale (Brassica oleracea, Acephala Group) is a cool-season leafy brassica traded mainly as bunches and, in some markets, as fresh-cut greens for retail and foodservice. Cultivation is geographically widespread across temperate regions, with published agronomic and scientific references describing production across central and northern Europe and North America, as well as the Black Sea area and the Iberian Peninsula; kale is also grown widely as a leafy vegetable in parts of East Africa such as Kenya. Because kale is highly perishable and prone to wilting, trade economics favor short lead-times and dependable cold-chain performance rather than long transit. Buyer specifications commonly emphasize trimming and freedom from defects and discoloration on arrival, with formal grade standards available in some markets (e.g., U.S. grades).
Market GrowthGrowing (recent years)expanding consumer demand in health-positioned leafy greens, alongside continued culinary use as cooked greens
Specification
Major VarietiesCurly/Scotch-type kales (curled/crumpled leaf types), Siberian/Russian-type kales (less-curled types), Italian/Tuscan types (e.g., Cavolo Nero / 'Lacinato')
Physical Attributes
- Non-heading Brassica leafy vegetable (Acephala Group) harvested for leaves
- Leaf texture and curl vary by variety (curly vs flat/less-curled); color ranges from green to purple/red depending on cultivar
- Cold-hardy crop; heat stress and hot weather reduce quality and suitability for production
Compositional Metrics
- Glucosinolates contribute to characteristic Brassica bitterness and are commonly referenced in nutritional/functional discussions of kale
Grades
- U.S. No. 1 (USDA AMS)
- U.S. Commercial (USDA AMS)
Packaging
- Commonly packed as bunches (e.g., 1–2 dozen bunches per box) for fresh market distribution
- Pre-cooling (e.g., vacuum cooling or hydrocooling) is used to remove field heat; top/package ice is commonly used in shipping to maintain freshness
- Polyethylene-lined crates with crushed ice are referenced in extension guidance as improving holding quality at 0°C/32°F versus warmer storage
ProcessingFresh-cut kale (ready-to-eat or ready-to-cook) introduces additional hygienic controls (e.g., wash-water management and cross-contamination prevention) consistent with Codex hygienic practice guidance for fresh produce and fresh leafy vegetables
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (hand cut/leaf strip) -> field trimming/bunching -> rapid pre-cooling -> refrigerated storage/transport -> wholesale/retail distribution
- Fresh-cut channel (where applicable): receiving -> washing/sanitizing -> cutting -> dewatering -> packaging -> cold storage -> distribution
Demand Drivers
- Health-positioned consumption and ‘superfood’ consumer narratives referenced in recent scientific literature
- Versatile culinary use (cooked greens, soups/stews, salads; fresh-cut usage in some retail formats)
Temperature
- Maintain as close to 0°C/32°F as practical to slow deterioration; high relative humidity (≥95%) reduces wilting risk
- Breaks in cold chain accelerate water loss/wilting and shorten saleable shelf life
Shelf Life
- Common extension guidance for leafy greens including kale indicates ~10–14 days holding at ~0°C/32°F with high RH; warmer temperatures materially shorten holding time
- Ice-assisted shipping/holding can extend kale condition at ~0°C/32°F relative to storage without strong moisture protection
Risks
Food Safety HighFresh leafy vegetables are high-risk for microbial contamination because they are often handled extensively and commonly consumed with minimal cooking; contamination events can trigger rapid recalls, border rejections, and abrupt demand disruption. Codex guidance explicitly includes an annex for fresh leafy vegetables within the Code of Hygienic Practice for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, highlighting the need for stringent GAP/GHP controls from field through packing and distribution.Implement Codex-aligned GAP/GHP for fresh leafy vegetables (water quality management, sanitation, prevention of cross-contamination, and traceability/recall readiness) and verify via audit and microbiological monitoring programs appropriate to buyer/regulatory requirements.
Cold Chain Failure MediumKale quality is highly sensitive to temperature and humidity; inadequate pre-cooling, insufficient refrigeration capacity, or low-humidity storage increases wilting and decay and can make shipments unmarketable before arrival.Use rapid pre-cooling, maintain near-0°C setpoints with high RH, and validate temperature performance end-to-end with data loggers and receiving QA checks.
Climate MediumKale is not well adapted to hot weather; heat stress can reduce yield and leaf quality, tightening supply windows and increasing price volatility in regions reliant on outdoor production.Shift seasonal production to cooler windows, use heat-mitigating agronomy (shade/protected cultivation where feasible), and diversify sourcing across multiple climates/latitudes.
Regulatory Compliance MediumFresh produce hygiene expectations and inspection regimes can tighten quickly after outbreaks, raising compliance costs and increasing the risk of shipment detentions for operations with weak documentation or sanitation controls.Maintain documented food-safety plans aligned to Codex fresh-produce guidance and destination-market requirements, including training, sanitation SSOPs, and traceability.
Sustainability
- Water management and water quality (irrigation and postharvest wash water) are central to both safety and sustainability expectations in fresh leafy-vegetable chains
- High postharvest loss sensitivity: wilting and quality loss can drive avoidable waste if cooling and humidity control are weak
FAQ
What storage temperature and humidity are commonly recommended for fresh kale in the supply chain?Extension guidance for leafy greens including kale commonly recommends holding kale as close to 0°C/32°F as practical and at high relative humidity (around 95% or higher) to reduce wilting; under these conditions, guidance often cites roughly 10–14 days of holding potential, with warmer temperatures shortening shelf life.
Are there formal grade standards for kale used in trade?Yes. USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) publishes U.S. grade standards for kale, including U.S. No. 1 and U.S. Commercial, which emphasize being well trimmed and free from decay and various forms of damage (e.g., discoloration, wilting, insects, disease, or mechanical damage).
What international guidance exists for hygienic production and handling of fresh leafy vegetables like kale?Codex Alimentarius provides the Code of Hygienic Practice for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables (CXC 53-2003), which includes a dedicated annex for fresh leafy vegetables, outlining hygienic practices from primary production through packing, transport, and distribution to control contamination risks.
Sources
Fresh Kale Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Fresh Kale market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Mexico, United States, Canada, China, Spain, United Kingdom, Germany, Hong Kong, Netherlands, Italy, France, Poland, Vietnam, Ukraine, Austria, Brazil, Switzerland, South Korea, Latvia, Costa Rica, Japan, Romania, Norway, South Africa, Australia, India, Kazakhstan, Chile, Maldives, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Egypt, Portugal, Pakistan, Turkiye, Belgium, Russia, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Uzbekistan, Colombia, Guatemala, Singapore, Albania, Panama, Sweden, Denmark, Morocco, Czechia, Laos, Myanmar [Burma], Slovakia, Hungary, Saudi Arabia, El Salvador, Jordan, Macao, Finland, Croatia, Lithuania, Israel, Taiwan, Ireland, United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, New Zealand, Serbia, Estonia, Iran, Slovenia, Brunei, Kyrgyzstan, Bahamas, Moldova, Luxembourg, Andorra, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Greece, Honduras, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Cambodia, Kuwait, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Montenegro, Madagascar, Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Oman, Peru, Paraguay, Qatar, Senegal, Swaziland, Tunisia, Uganda, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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