Peru had a record export of organic blueberries in the last campaign with 35,000 tons

(Agraria.pe) Nearing the end of the Peruvian blueberry campaign, it is clear that the barrier of US$ 1.4 billion in exports has been overcome, which places the blue fruit as the 'king' of the national agro-export basket. But the path of records does not seem to end there. Luis Miguel Vegas, general manager of Proarándanos, is confident that, after reaching 287,000 fresh tons shipped this season, the next season will easily exceed 300,000 tons. Despite some drawbacks with prices, the truth is that the path of the berry will continue to extend further and it is hoped that with a good promotional campaign in key markets, such as the United States and China, the growing volumes can be well received by the market and maintain good prices, as the avocado industry has been able to do. This will be key for a business that has received multiple impacts in recent times, such as the entry into the European market of fruit produced locally but that was usually destined for other markets, the ...