Peru exported 5,633 tons of peppers in January 2024, showing a contraction of -25%

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Peru

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Published Feb 13, 2024

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Peru's pepper exports in January 2024 saw a 25% decrease compared to the same period last year, amounting to 5,633 tons. The United States and Spain were the primary importers, accounting for 43% and 37% respectively. The most popular types of pepper were red and piquillo, while the majority of exports were processed. The main exporting companies were Danper Trujillo S.A.C., Ecosac Agrícola S.A.C., and Green Perú S.A., with the Callao port terminal serving as the primary departure point.

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(Agraria.pe) In January 2024, pepper exports from Peru totaled 5,633 tons, showing a drop of -25% compared to what was registered in the same month last year. The main destinations for pepper exports in the month analyzed were the United States, with a share of 43%, followed by Spain (37%), Germany (6%), Puerto Rico (5%) and France (2%). Among the types of pepper exported, the most demanded was red (36%), followed by piquillo (25%), bell pepper (6%), yellow pepper (4%) and guajillo (2%). The three main exporting companies were Danper Trujillo S.A.C., with 24%; Ecosac Agrícola S.A.C., with 21%; and Green Perú S.A., with 16%. The rest of the exports were distributed among 27 other companies. The majority of pepper ...

Source: Agraria