Exporting fresh peas to Europe

Exporting peas to Europe requires a lot of hard work and knowledge. To help you prepare CBI provides market information with trends which offer opportunities in the European market for exporting peas. From information about buyer requirements and certifications when exporting peas, to main market segments and distribution channels for exporting peas as well as information about the competition.

Imported fresh peas in Europe mainly concern sugar snaps and mangetout (snow peas). The import of these peas has reached an annual volume of around 30 thousand tonnes. The United Kingdom and the Netherlands are strong buying markets for exporting peas, partly because of the increasing interest in exotic and new vegetables. The trade opportunities for fresh peas are year-round. However, they are also considered high risk for pesticide residues, so only the best exporters of peas stand a chance of getting the interest of buyers and integrate with importing companies.