Peru breaks record in fruit exports to Japan

Published 2024년 4월 29일

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Peruvian fruit exports to Japan reached a record high, adding US$68 million to the country's economy by the end of 2023, primarily due to the introduction of fresh Peruvian grapes and increased avocado sales, according to the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur). The introduction of grapes, which are considered a luxury fruit in Japan, helped Peru account for 5% of Japan's total grape imports in 2023, with tariff-free access under free trade agreements. High demand for table grapes in Japan, especially for cultural gift-giving traditions, further contributed to the increase in exports.

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Peruvian fruit exports to the Japanese market broke a record, adding around US$68 million at the end of 2023, reported the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur). This great achievement occurred as a result of the introduction of fresh Peruvian grapes to Japan and the increased sales of avocados, both fresh and frozen. “News like this motivate us to continue working to promote the development of Peruvian foreign trade. This means supporting our micro, small and medium-sized businesses, training them and providing them with all the tools so that they can reach the main markets in the world,” highlighted the head of Mincetur, Elizabeth Galdo. GrapesAccording to the Peru-Japan Bilateral Trade Report, published by the Directorate of Research and Economic Studies of Mincetur, last year our country exported 2,200 metric tons of grapes to Japan, for eight million dollars, after exceeding the health requirements applied in said destination. National grapes enjoy tariff-free ...

Source: Portaldelcampo