Increase in Peruvian onion exports in the second quarter of 2024

Published 2024년 7월 19일

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In the second quarter of 2024, Peru experienced a significant boost in its onion exports, with a 153% increase in volume and 219% increase in value compared to the same period in the previous year. The total export weight reached 24,534 tons, earning $9.56 million. The average price per kilogram also rose by 26%, from $0.31 to $0.39. The exports were diversified in presentation and variety, primarily going to Colombia, Dominican Republic, the United States, and Costa Rica. The main exporters included Agrícola Miranda S.A.C., Agroexportaciones Andina E.I.R.L., Sensient Natural Colors Perú S.A.C., Importadora y Exportadora World Commerce S.A.C., and Domel Produce S.A.C.

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Peruvian onion exports totaled 24,534 tons for $9.56 million during the second quarter of 2024, which meant an increase of 153% in volume and 219% in value compared to the same period of the previous year, according to FreshFruit. Additionally, the average price per kilogram closed on the rise, with a growth of 26%, going from $0.31 to $0.39 per kilogram. The shipments showed a diversification of presentations and varieties. Regarding presentation, they were mostly shipped as fresh onion (91.3%) and to a lesser extent as dehydrated onion (8.7%). For their part, the varieties sent were mainly concentrated in red onion (45.6%), yellow onion (8.6%) and white onion (7.7%), adding up to a total of 61.9%. In addition, onion shipments reached 12 destinations, exceeding the 6 destinations registered in the same quarter of 2023. The main markets were led by Colombia, which represented 41.5% of the total. There were 16,356 tons worth $3.97 million and an average price of $0.24 per kilogram. ...

Source: AgroPeru