Peruvian lucuma exports grow 40.1% between January and October of this year

Published 2024년 12월 19일

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Between January and October of 2024, Peru experienced a 40.1% increase in lucuma exports, reaching a total of 637.2 tons compared to the same period in 2023. This surge has enabled the country to export to 22 countries, with Chile and the United States being the primary markets, accounting for 47.7% and 28.8% of imports, respectively. The growth in the United States has been particularly significant, with a 36.5% increase. Spain is the third-largest market, accounting for 7.5% of imports. The exports were facilitated by 66 companies, with Elite Food and Unión de Negocios Corporativos being the largest contributors. The main exports were frozen lucuma pulp, making up 63.3% of the total.

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(Agraria.pe) Peruvian lucuma exports during the period between January and October 2024 reached a total of 637.2 tons, reaching a notable increase of 40.1% compared to the same period of the previous year (2023), reported market analyst Heber Chávez. The specialist said that this significant growth has allowed Peru to reach 22 countries, "showing that the increase in international demand for this Andean fruit is consolidating itself as a strategic export product for Peru." Main markets This season, the main importing country was Chile, with 47.7% of Peruvian lucuma shipments. In this country, lucuma has had a growth of 49.1% in imported quantity compared to the same season in 2023, showing a significant increase in its purchase. While the United States is the second market for this national product, representing 28.8% of Peruvian purchases and with a growth of 36.5%, consolidating itself as an important market. Spain is the third market, representing 7.5% of the Peruvian supply. ...

Source: Agraria