The import of edible fruit, nuts, peel of citrus fruit, and melons to the U.S. is on a steady rise, with forecasted values growing from 23.238 billion USD in 2024 to 25.906 billion USD in 2028. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 2.7% during this five-year period. Year-on-year, the expected growth rates for each year in this time frame are consistent, reflecting a stable increase in demand.

Key future trends to watch for:

Increasing consumer preference for healthy and fresh foods could drive higher demand for imports.
Trade policies and tariffs impacting the cost and supply of imported produce.
Climate change effects on both domestic production and international supply chains.