May and June experienced frequent rainfall and limited sunshine in cranberry-producing areas. Despite these conditions, expectations for yield remain moderate. European Union imports of cranberries have seen an 11.5% increase this year.
Cranberry fields equipped with drainage systems are faring better due to consistent rain. Some areas have reported increased field horsetail growth, necessitating manual removal by growers. Expert insights from Chelmer Foods note continued crop progress amidst these weather conditions.
According to May data from the INC, the United States and Canada anticipate harvests akin to last year, at 143,900 mt and 49,700 mt respectively, if weather conditions stabilize. Global dried cranberry production is projected to reach 205,200 mt in the 2025/2026 season, a 1.3% increase from the previous season.
The European Union saw a notable rise in cranberry imports in the first half of 2025. From January 1 to July 6, 2025, the EU imported 22,862 mt of dried cranberries valued at EUR 83.090 million, marking an 11.5% increase in volume and 12.0% in value compared to the same timeframe last year.
Imports from the USA rose by 6.8% to 11,366 mt, and those from Canada went up by 22.8% to 9,770 mt. Meanwhile, shipments from Chile decreased by 8.4% to 1,647 mt. Notable EU importers include the Netherlands (+11.9% to 15,190 mt), Germany (+40.8% to 2,070 mt), and Poland (+7.3% to 1,470 mt).
Source: Mundus Agri
