"The United States takes control of Peruvian ginger while Europe loses ground"

Published 2025년 4월 11일

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Peruvian ginger export dynamics and market trends:

1. Traditionally, ginger exports to Europe have seen a decline, now accounting for less than 40% of total exports, with the United States emerging as the primary market due to its quality requirements and shorter transit times.
2. Despite challenges such as high prices, disease (Ralstonia) control, and logistical issues, Peru's ginger production is projected to grow by 70% in the upcoming season, contributing to an anticipated decrease in prices.
3. Rapid advancements in testing technologies are aiding in the detection of diseases and agrochemical residues, thereby streamlining decision-making processes in the ginger supply chain.
4. Jorge Chang Hermanos (JCH), a leading ginger exporter, is diversifying its product portfolio by including turmeric, pomegranate, garlic, jolantao (pea), and is contemplating avocado exports.
5. Organic ginger makes up 80% of JCH's ginger exports, capitalizing on the rising demand for sustainable agricultural practices. However, the company cautions about potential fluctuations in market prices due to increased global supply.

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(Agraria.pe) With Peru, Brazil, and China as the main ginger producers, prices and volumes fluctuate depending on climatic, phytosanitary, and logistical factors, redefining export destinations and competitiveness between markets. "It has been a difficult year due to high prices and limited volume, in addition to the control of diseases such as Ralstonia, which continues to be a challenge for exporters," says Jorge Chang, manager of JCH. Traditionally, Europe accounted for more than 60% of Peruvian ginger exports. However, this scenario has changed. "Now, more than 60% of our market is the United States. This is due to the product's quality and shorter transit times, which guarantee better preservation," explains Chang. While shipments to Miami take approximately 9 days, to Los Angeles 16 days, and to New York a little longer, the transit time to Europe is around 21 days, which impacts quality. "The outlook for this year indicates strong growth in ginger production in Peru, with ...

Source: Agraria