Irregular production may be a factor in the drop in Peruvian tamarind shipments last year.

Published 2025년 5월 6일

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In 2024, Peru's tamarind exports fell by 43% to 308.8 tons, primarily due to the crop's unique production cycle, which yields well every two to three years. The main export destinations were Ecuador, accounting for 90.6% of shipments, followed by Chile at 7.8%, with the remainder going to other markets. The production season runs from October to March, peaking between December and March. Ten companies participated in the exports, with Coproimpex SAC and Peru Industry G.N. SAC as the leading suppliers, exporting fresh tamarind, frozen pulp, and concentrate.

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(Agraria.pe) Peruvian tamarind exports reached 308.8 tons throughout 2024. These shipments fell by 43% compared to the same period last year; however, they were able to reach four markets: Ecuador, which represented 90.6% of shipments; Chile, with 7.8%; and a 1.6% balance divided among other destinations. The information was released by market analyst Heber Chávez, who explained that "this fruit is very unique because its production varies, with a good production volume every two or three years, and this could be one of the reasons why Peruvian tamarind exports have declined. Its production season runs from October to March each year, with the main production peaks from December to March." Throughout last year, he added, 10 exporting ...

Source: Agraria