Chile: Fruit growers celebrate good results for the 2023-2024 season

Published 2024년 10월 23일

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The 2023-24 fruit export season in Chile was a success, with a 7.1% increase in volume and a 14% increase in value, setting records for the industry. The country shipped 2,588,684 million tons of fresh fruit, with the United States being the main destination, followed by Europe, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Canada. Grapes, apples, and cherries were the most exported fruits. The sector also marked significant milestones, including the progress of the Systems Approach for table grape exports, the opening of peaches and apricots in China, and the launch of the Frutas de Chile brand. For the 2024-25 season, there is projected to be a 59% increase in cherry shipments and a 3.2% growth in blueberry exports.

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The 2023-24 fruit export season will be remembered as one of the best in a long time for the Chilean fruit export sector. This was highlighted by the president of Frutas de Chile, Iván Marambio: “We are setting records in volumes, but also in value. Today, without a doubt, we can say that our fruit is worth more thanks to the industry's efforts to improve quality, safety, new varieties and sustainability.” In terms of volume, the 2023-24 season (September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024) ended with 2,588,684 million tons of fresh fruit shipped to the world, showing an increase of 7.1% compared to the previous season. While in value the increase is 14%. Marambio added that these good results mean greater investments, more work and, above all, a greater economic contribution to the growth and development of the country. “After mining, we are Chile’s second largest export activity, with shipments that will exceed US$ 7 billion in 2024 and that we project will reach US$ 10 billion by ...

Source: Portaldelcampo