Peruvian bell pepper exports grew by more than 50% in the first quarter of 2025.

During the first quarter of 2025, Peruvian bell pepper exports totaled 5,426 tons valued at $10.2 million, representing a 57% increase in volume and a 55% increase in value compared to the same period in 2024. Despite this significant growth, the average price decreased slightly by 1.6%, reaching $1.88 per kilogram, according to the latest FreshFruit report. In these first three months of the year, Peruvian bell peppers reached 13 countries, of which the United States consolidated its position as the main destination for the product, with a 55% share. 3,167 tons were shipped to this market valued at $5.6 million, representing a 97% increase in volume and a 111% increase in value compared to the same period last year. The average price also increased, from $1.66 to $1.78 per kilogram (+7%). Spain ranked second with 1,093 tons worth $2.5 million, representing 25% of total shipments. Unlike the United States, shipments to this destination registered a 5% drop in volume and 11% in ...