Peru: Grape exports from Piura fall by 32%

Published 2024년 1월 3일

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The grape harvest period in Piura, Peru suffered a $150 million revenue loss due to El Niño, with total exports falling 32% compared to the previous year. Some grape varieties were more affected by the weather conditions than others, with Sweet Globe being the most produced variety despite almost 10 million boxes being lost from one year to the next. Despite the challenges, grape shipments from Peru have increased overall, with the US market being the largest recipient followed by the Netherlands, Mexico, Hong Kong, and China.

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As the grape harvest period in Piura, Peru, comes to an end, reports show the industry lost $150 million in revenue this season due to El Niño. Total exports fell 32% during the 2023-24 season compared to the previous year, with a Sensonomic report stating that "most varieties were severely affected" by weather conditions. As for varieties, some resisted the passage of El Niño better. Red Globe, Sweet Celebration and Allison were the most affected, while Autumn Crisp, Thompson and Sweet Globe were less affected. Sweet Globe was the most produced variety, with almost 4 million 8.2 kg boxes. With almost 10 million boxes lost from one year to the next, Piura will export less than 20 million boxes this year. Producers have to find ways to adapt, since with more carbon in the atmosphere, El Niño will be more frequent and intense. According to figures from the ADEX Data Trade Commercial Intelligence System, grape shipments amounted to US$ 899 million 203 thousand between January and ...

Source: MXfruit