Peru recorded an increase in walnut exports in August 2024

In August 2024, Peru exported 570 tons of Brazil nuts for a total value of $4.14 million, representing an increase of 10% in volume and 41% in value compared to the same month of the previous year. Likewise, the average export price experienced a notable increase of 28%, settling at $7.27 per kilogram. According to FreshFruit, the number of markets that purchased Brazil nuts during August reached a total of 19, one more than in the same month of last year. The United States consolidated itself as the main importer, representing 25% of the total, with purchases for $1.02 million and 117 tons, at an average price of $8.71 per kilogram. It was followed by South Korea, with a share of 24%, importing Brazil nuts for $1.01 million and 115 tons, at an average price of $8.84 per kilogram. Other relevant destinations included Turkey (6%), New Zealand (6%) and Lithuania (4%). As for ...