Peru: Pitahaya exports increased fivefold between January and August

Published 2024년 10월 29일

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Between January and August of this year, pitahaya shipments saw a dramatic increase of 570.6% from the previous year, totaling $1.3 million. The majority of these exports were sent to the European Union, with the Netherlands and Spain being the top recipients. This exotic fruit's demand continues to rise globally due to its delicious taste and high vitamin C content. Peruvian small farmers in Amazonas and San Martín, along with newer cultivators in Piura, Huaral, and Chanchamayo, contribute to the production. Adex emphasizes the need for these producers to adopt good agricultural practices and market exploration to capitalize on the burgeoning industry. With the United States and other potential markets requiring health protocols for entry, Adex suggests collaboration with the public sector to facilitate entry and boost promotional efforts.

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Shipments of pitahaya to the world amounted to 1.3 million dollars between January and August of this year, which showed a great growth of 570.6% compared to the same period in 2023, when they barely amounted to 198,634, reported the Agro-Exports Management of the Association of Exporters (Adex). The countries of the European Union are the leading destinations for this exotic fruit. The first was the Netherlands with 761,033 dollars, with an increase of 413.5%. It was followed by Spain with 488,526 (4,541.1%). Both accounted for 93.8% of the total. Others were France, Canada, Germany, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Italy, Costa Rica and Aruba. The pitahaya is characterized by being delicious, juicy, fresh and with a high content of vitamin C. It is preferred by consumers who are looking for new and nutritious flavors, which is why its global demand is growing and offers a promising future to the members of its production chain. According to Adex, it is cultivated ...

Source: AgroForumPeru