Peru: Blueberry consumption continues to boom and is expected to soon overtake bananas in global popularity

(Agraria.pe) In a milestone for Peruvian agricultural exports, the first shipment of 18 containers was made from the recently inaugurated port of Chancay, bound for Shanghai (China). This shipment, transported on the Xin Shangai 150W ship, included 230 metric tons of fresh blueberries that will cross the Pacific in just 26 days, 10 less than before, preserving all their properties and flavor. This advance not only ensures a sweeter and fresher fruit, but also improves the experience of the final consumer, strengthening confidence in this product. "The success of Peruvian blueberries is not limited to the Chinese market. Countries such as South Korea, Japan, Indonesia and Vietnam are increasing their demand for this fruit, thanks to its nutritional qualities and its versatility as a healthy snack," says John Early, commercial director of Agrovision Peru. "To meet this growing demand, Peruvian producers have adopted innovative strategies that include the use of artificial ...