Latin America Nuts And Seeds Market

Latin America Nuts and Seeds Market Size, Share, Growth (2022-2027)

Latin America Nuts and Seeds Market was worth USD 194.79 billion in 2021 and is estimated to be growing at a CAGR of 1.85%, to reach USD 213.49 billion by 2027

Latin America Nuts and Seeds Market Overview

Nuts and seeds contain important nutrients such as folate, fiber and essential proteins, and minerals which make them foods that are high in nutritional value. Nuts can be described as hard-shelled fruits that are dry in nature and possessing edible kernels. Seeds are embryonic plants that are surrounded in a seed coat. Ripe seeds are derived from cereals, legumes, and nuts. Nuts and Seeds are utilized in a wide variety of applications. Nuts are eaten in raw form or used as an ingredient in snacks. In addition, they are also used in cooking. Moreover, nuts are also used in the production of cosmetic goods. Many cooking oils are extracted from the seeds. They also form an imperative component of several condiments and spices. In addition, seeds are also used as additives in foods. Moderate consumption of nuts and seeds has many positive impacts on human health such as reducing incidences of coronary heart diseases, lowering blood cholesterol, preventing of diabetes and preventing of gallstones in both females and males. Also, moderate consumption of seeds and nuts has a positive influence on blood pressure, metabolic syndrome and visceral adiposity. The driving factors of the Latin America Nuts and Seeds market are a shift in trends of consumers towards nuts and seeds keeping in mind the health benefits that can be obtained, the growing genetically modified corps industry which makes them resistant to spoilage and pests, rising disposable incomes and increasing busy lifestyles in the region among others. The growth of this market is restrained by factors such as health issues that can occur due to excessive consumption such as unnecessary weight gain and respiratory problems and the high price of nuts and seeds. 

Latin America Nuts and Seeds Market Segmentation

based on nuts

• cashew nut

• peanut

• almond

• walnut

• macadamia nut

Among all the nuts, cashew nuts have the largest market share.

By seeds

• sunflower seeds

• sesame seeds

• chia seeds

• corn

• soybean

Latin America Nuts and Seeds Market Regional Analysis

•  Brazil

• Argentina

• Chile

• Peru 

Latin America Nuts and Seeds Market Keyplayers

1. Blue Diamond Growers Inc.

2. Syngenta A.G.

3. McCormic

4. Diamond Foods Incorporated

5. Bayer Crop Science A.G.

6. Richardson International

7. Cargill Incorporated