Peru's export of turkey added close to US$ 3 million 500 thousand between January and October of 2022

Published Dec 22, 2022

Tridge summary

Between January and October of this year, Peru experienced a significant increase in turkey exports to Colombia, with trade reaching US$ 3,488,000, a 415% increase compared to the same period in 2021. The exports were primarily focused on three types of turkey products, including the frozen breast fillet, which made up the majority of the exports. Despite the main consumption of turkey being during Christmas and New Year's, Peruvian companies are working to promote its consumption throughout the year for various celebrations. Turkey is known for its nutritional benefits, including its lean protein content and essential vitamins and minerals, making it a popular choice for those seeking to improve their health.

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Original content

The export of turkey, 'star' at Christmas and New Year's dinner, amounted to US$ 3 million 488 thousand between January and October of this year, registering a growth of 415% compared to the same period in 2021 (US$ 676 thousand 887 ), reported the Agricultural Exports Management of the Association of Exporters (ADEX). During this period, Colombia was the only destination of the 7 presentations in which this poultry product was dispatched. The main one was frozen breast fillet for US$2,451,000, followed by frozen breast tenderloin (US$318,009), frozen whole turkey with giblets (US$305,432) and frozen marinated whole turkey with giblets (US $288 thousand 680). The other 3 presentations were exported for less than US$ 100,000. These were frozen thigh fillet, frozen leg and frozen brisket. In total, Peru sent to Colombia more than 761 thousand kilos of that bird. Although turkey meat is mostly consumed at Christmas and New Years, companies continue to work to promote its consumption ...

Source: AdexPeru