Peruvian lemon exports grew 30% in volume and 36% in value between January and September

Published 2024년 11월 8일

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In September 2024, Peru experienced a significant decrease in lemon exports, with a drop of 32% in volume and 29% in value compared to the same month in the previous year. Despite this, the annual cumulative exports from January to September showed an increase of 30% in volume and 36% in value compared to the same period in 2023. The main markets for these exports were Chile and the United States, accounting for 41% and 39% of the total exports, respectively. The leading Peruvian exporters and port terminals were also noted in the article.

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(Agraria.pe) In September 2024, Peru exported 1,928 tons of lemon for US$ 1.9 million, which means a drop of -32% in volume and -29% in value compared to what was reported in the same month of the previous year. The 4% increase in the average price, which was US$ 1.01 per kilogram, slightly reduced the drop. Despite the low results in September, the annual cumulative (January September 2024) shows an increase compared to 2023, both in volume and value. With 64,522 tons exported for US$ 69.6 million in the first 9 months of the year, it shows an increase of +30% in volume and +36% in value. There were 9 destinations reached in September 2024, with Chile being the main market (41% share) by acquiring 900 tons for a value of US$ 792,000 (US$ 0.88 per kilogram). The United States (39%) maintained second place, importing 677 tons for a value of US$ 757,000 (US$ 1.12 per kilogram). Further behind was the Netherlands (10%), acquiring 161 tons valued at US$ 191,000 (US$ 1.18 per ...

Source: Agraria