ARTICLE 4 – Pricing, MOQ & Contracts

How to Buy Fresh, Organic & Frozen Strawberries from NNRV

Buying strawberries—whether fresh, IQF frozen, organic or puree—requires transparent pricing, cold-chain logistics, flexible Incoterms and secure payment methods.
At NNRV, we make the import process simple, safe and scalable for both first-time buyers and large industrial clients.

✅ 1. Pricing Structure

Strawberry pricing depends on the following variables:

✔ Format

• Fresh

• Frozen IQF (whole, diced, sliced)

• Puree (aseptic)

• Freeze-dried

✔ Origin

• Morocco, Spain, Egypt, Mexico, USA, Peru, Turkey, Poland, Chile

✔ Packaging

• Clamshells (250g–1kg)

• Bulk cartons (5–10 kg)

• IQF bags (1–10 kg)

• Puree drums (200 kg)

✔ Volume

• Trial orders → multiple reefer containers per month

✔ Delivery Term

• FOB, CFR, CIF, EXW, or DDP where available

📌 Because pricing fluctuates with season and origin, quotations are provided per request and include full technical sheets.

✅ 2. Typical Price Indicators (General Guidance Only)

(Values vary by season and origin – actual quotes required)

• Fresh premium strawberries: typically higher due to cold-chain air/sea freight

• IQF frozen (whole/sliced): most cost-effective for industrial use

• Organic strawberries: higher due to certification and lower yields

• Puree & concentrates: priced by Brix level and processing method

• Freeze-dried: premium category for snacks and cereals

🔎 Want a real price? → Provide volume + destination port.

✅ 3. Minimum Order Quantities (MOQ)

To ensure freshness and economical transport:

✅ Full container loads are available for distributors and industries
✅ Mixed products possible (e.g., strawberries + other berries)

✅ 4. Contract Types

✅ Spot Purchase

• One-time shipment

• Ideal for test orders or seasonal needs

✅ Monthly or Quarterly Supply Contract

• Guaranteed volume and price

• Perfect for factories and supermarket chains

✅ Annual Supply Agreement

• Locked pricing

• Priority scheduling during peak season

• Works well for yogurt, jam, juice & smoothie producers

✅ 5. Accepted Payment Terms

• LC at Sight

• SBLC (MT700 / MT760)

• T/T SWIFT Transfer (for trial orders)

• Bank-to-bank escrow

• Deferred payment (approved clients only)

✔ All shipments can include SGS/Bureau Veritas inspection at loading.

✅ 6. How to Request a Quote

To receive pricing within 24–48 hours:

✅ Destination port
✅ Format (fresh, IQF, puree, freeze-dried)
✅ Packaging
✅ Volume & frequency (spot/contract)
✅ Incoterm

📩 [Request Your Strawberry Price Quote]

We provide CIF/FOB offers with full technical files and sample photos.

✅ ARTICLE 4 – Market Size, Trends & Forecast 2025

Global Outlook for Fresh & Frozen Strawberries

The global strawberry industry continues to expand in both retail and industrial sectors. Rising demand for healthy snacks, smoothies, dairy products, bakery fillings, and organic foods makes strawberries one of the most traded berries worldwide.

✅ Global Market Size (2025)

• 🌍 Fresh strawberry market: ~$24–26 billion USD

• 🌍 Frozen strawberry market: ~$11–13 billion USD

• 🌍 Organic strawberry category: fastest growth segment (+8–10% yearly)

Key consumption regions:

• North America

• Europe

• Middle East

• Asia-Pacific

✅ What Drives Market Growth

✔ Health-focused consumers (low-calorie, vitamin-rich, antioxidant fruit)
✔ Popularity of smoothies, yogurt, ice cream, bakery and desserts
✔ Growth of private-label frozen fruit brands
✔ Rising organic food demand
✔ Expansion of cold-chain logistics in Africa & Asia

✅ Market Trends in 2025

✅ 1. Frozen IQF Becoming Mainstream

IQF strawberries are economical, long-lasting and easy to store.
Factories prefer them over fresh due to:
✔ Zero waste
✔ Consistent quality
✔ 18–24 months shelf life

✅ 2. Retail Moves to Private Label

Supermarkets now request:

• Branded clamshell fresh berries

• Frozen IQF retail bags

• Freeze-dried snack pouches

More control = better margins.

✅ 3. Growing Demand in Middle East & Africa

Reasons:
✔ Hot climate → limited local production
✔ Rapid expansion of foodservice industry
✔ Smoothie chains and yogurt factories booming
✔ Dependence on imports

✅ 4. Organic Segment Accelerates

Consumers want pesticide-free produce.
Organic exports from:

• Morocco

• Spain

• USA

• Peru

Sell at premium prices, especially to EU & USA.

✅ 5. Industrial Demand Rising

Yogurt, dessert and beverage manufacturers secure long-term IQF & puree contracts to avoid seasonal shortages and price fluctuations.

✅ Forecast 2025–2028

• Fresh strawberry demand: +4–5% annual growth

• Frozen/IQF market: +6–8% growth

• Organic strawberries: +8–10% growth

• Highest growth regions: Middle East, Asia, Africa

Factories and distributors who lock annual contracts gain:
✔ Price stability
✔ Guaranteed volume
✔ Protection against seasonal pricing

✅ Why This Matters for Buyers

• Seasonal shortages can increase prices by 15–30%

• Importers who plan early secure cheaper supply

• Private label offers higher profit for retailers

• IQF and puree reduce waste and storage risk

📩 Get Market Pricing for Your Country

Receive CIF or FOB pricing based on:
✔ Fresh
✔ IQF
✔ Organic
✔ Puree
✔ Freeze-dried

✅ [Request a Market Report & Price Quote]