Barbados
U.S. Trade with Barbados in 2024
Export Market Rank
#61 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$127.51 Million
3-Year Average
$116.26 Million
Compound Average Growth
2.8% (2015-2024)
Total Export Value 2015 - 2024
Export Value by Commodity 2024
Top 10 Exports to Barbados in 2024
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Fruit | $11.59 Million | 5,624 | $6.85 Million | 143% |
| Dairy Products | $8.47 Million | 1,366 | $6.66 Million | 53% |
| Soybeans | $8.24 Million | 17,769 | $8.41 Million | -23% |
| Non-Alcoholic Bev. (excl. juices) | $7.71 Million | 3,210 | $5.93 Million | 57% |
| Baked Goods | $7.37 Million | 2,283 | $6.7 Million | 12% |
| Beef & Beef Products | $7.29 Million | 776 | $5.41 Million | 41% |
| Food Preparations | $6.92 Million | 985 | $5.13 Million | 122% |
| Eggs & Products | $6.11 Million | 166 | $5.31 Million | 16% |
| Corn | $5.72 Million | 27,515 | $4.75 Million | 11% |
| Wheat | $4.86 Million | 17,034 | $4.18 Million | -0% |
Data and Analysis
The strength of Caribbean tourism continues to positively impact the region’s economy, with higher hotel occupancy rates, increased revenues per room, and greater spending on food and beverages. U.S. agricultural exports of consumer-oriented products rose from $1.54 billion in 2023 to $1.64 billion in 2024, marking a 6.5 percent increase.
The Caribbean Basin region continues to experience growth, driven primarily by the steady rise in tourism, which in turn impacts consumer demand.
This report highlights the food processing industry, its drivers, key players, and market landscape in the Caribbean Basin. The region relies heavily on imports, and the United States is the largest supplier of food ingredients.
News and Features
Export Sales Announcement
Private Exporters Report Sales Activity for Barbados, China, and Unknown Destinations
Note: A correction was issued to this export sales notice. Click here for the corrected version. WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2016—Private exporters reported to the U.S. Department of Agriculture the following activity: Export sales of 100,973 metric tons of...
WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2013 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announces availability of the following credit guarantees for sales of U.S. agricultural commodities under the Commodity Credit Corporation's Export Credit Guarantee Program (GSM...
WASHINGTON, May 7, 2013 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture today amends availability of the following credit guarantees for sales of U.S. agricultural commodities under the Commodity Credit Corporation's Export Credit Guarantee Program (GSM-102)...