Global exports of quinoa did not exceed US$ 304 million in 2024.

(Agraria.pe) The global quinoa market has undergone a notable transformation in recent decades, moving from being an Andean subsistence crop to becoming a recognized "superfood" within specialized segments. This grain, technically a seed but classified as a whole grain, stands out for its exceptional balance of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, in addition to containing all the essential amino acids, particularly lysine, arginine, and histidine, which are fundamental for human development. Its nutritional value surpasses that of traditional cereals such as wheat, corn, and rice. The growing awareness of health and nutrition, along with consumption trends oriented towards functional foods, gluten-free, and organic foods, significantly boosted the demand for quinoa in markets like North America and Europe. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) declared 2013 as the "International Year of Quinoa," which catapulted its popularity and generated a surge in ...