Peru's grapefruit exports grow 4,444% in value and 4,962% in volume in July

Published 2024년 8월 14일

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In July 2024, Peruvian grapefruit exports experienced a significant surge due to adverse weather and phytosanitary issues in South Africa, which impacted their citrus production. Peru exported 1,093 tons of grapefruit valued at US$ 1.3 million, representing a 4,444% increase in value and a 4,962% increase in volume from the previous year. The United States was the main market, receiving 89.8% of the exports. The only variety exported was Star Ruby, mainly as fresh grapefruit, with major exporters being Agroindustria Huamaní S.A.C. and Fresco Comercializadora Alimenticia S.A.C.

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(Agraria.pe) The increase in Peruvian grapefruit shipments has been driven by severe damage to African citrus production caused by extreme weather events. Among the affected citrus fruits is grapefruit, whose production in South Africa, one of the main exporters, has been severely damaged. Added to this situation are phytosanitary problems derived from the appearance of black spot, a disease caused by the fungus Guignardia citricarpa, which is considered one of the most important in the citrus sector. This disease has affected shipments from South Africa, further exacerbating the crisis in the international citrus sector. The Peruvian agricultural sector dedicated to grapefruit exports reached US$ 1.3 million for 1,093 tons in July 2024, which represented a growth of 4,444% in value and 4,962% in volume, compared to the 22 tons exported for a value of US$ 29,000 in July of the previous year. It should be noted that given the large jump in volume, the average price per kilogram of ...

Source: Agraria