Peru exported 717 tons of strawberries for US$ 983,000 in July 2024

Published 2024년 8월 30일

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In July of the year, Peruvian strawberry exports saw a significant decrease, with a total weight of 717 tons and a value of US$ 983,000, marking a 57% drop in volume and a 62% decrease in value compared to the same period in 2023. The average price per kilogram was US$ 1.37, a 12% decrease, despite expanding the export destinations from 9 to 11. The United States was the primary market, accounting for 61% of the total volume. The exports were predominantly frozen strawberries, making up 57% of the total, and were mainly handled by Multifoods S.A.C., Virú S.A.C., and Mebol S.A.C. The exports were also distributed through various terminals, with APM Terminals handling 76.4% of the volume.

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Peruvian strawberry shipments totaled 717 tons worth US$ 983,000 in July of this year, showing a contraction of 57% in volume and 62% in value compared to what was reported in the same month of 2023. In the month analyzed, the average price was US$ 1.37 per kilogram, 12% less, despite the fact that the destinations were expanded (from 9 to 11). The United States was the main destination (61% share), with 519 tons purchased for a value of US$ 601,000 (US$ 1.16 per kilogram). Behind were Canada (23%), with 120 tons for US$ 230,000 (US$ 1.92 per kilogram); and Panama (8%), with 41 tons for US$ 82,000 (US$ 2.01 per kilogram). Frozen strawberries dominated shipments (57% share), with 296 tons valued at US$ 560,000. The rest was ...

Source: Portaldelcampo