Sales to the world of Peruvian cocoa and its derivatives totaled US$ 300 million between January and May

Published 2024년 7월 18일

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Between January and May of this year, Peruvian cocoa and its derivatives saw a significant increase in sales, reaching a total of US$300 million, a 130% growth compared to the same period last year. The main consumers include the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Spain, France, the United States, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Peruvian cocoa is renowned for its fine aroma and has contributed significantly to the country's economy and employment opportunities for small farmers and MSMEs. In 2023, total exports of the cocoa and derivatives chain surpassed US$ 429 million, marking a 29% increase from the previous year. The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) has been supporting 114 organizations and MSMEs in the cocoa chain to improve productivity and quality, benefiting over 13,000 families in various regions. This announcement was made at the XV International Cocoa and Chocolate Show 2024.

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Peruvian cocoa continues to position itself in the world. Only between January and May of this year, sales of this product and its derivatives totaled US$300 million, which represents a growth of 130%, reported the Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism, Elizabeth Galdo. According to the minister, cocoa derivatives such as paste, chocolate and powdered versions are the favorites of the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Spain, France, the United States, Malaysia and Indonesia. “We are aware that the cocoa production chain is one of the most relevant agro-industrial chains for our country both for its economic and social contribution; generating opportunities for small farmers and MSMEs nationwide. Given this importance, Mincetur has been working to boost the export potential of this chain through the multi-sector strategy Export Productive Route – RPE,” said the head of Mincetur. Peruvian cocoa is recognized internationally as one of the main producers of fine aroma cocoa; ...

Source: Rpp