Peru: Mandarin shipments to the US and Mexico increase in August this year

Published Sep 25, 2024

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In August, Peru's mandarin exports saw a notable increase, with a total of 54,033 tons contributing to a value of US$ 69.71 million, marking a 7% rise in volume and a significant 15% increase in value compared to the same period in 2023. The United States emerged as the primary importer, receiving 52.5% of the shipments, followed by the Netherlands and Mexico. The United States also saw the highest average price per kilogram at US$ 1.32, while Mexico experienced a decrease in average price to US$ 1.38 per kilogram. Some of the leading exporting companies include Consorcio de Productores de Fruta S.A. and San Miguel Fruits Perú S.A.

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Peruvian mandarin shipments totaled 54,033 tons, a figure that represented a value of US$ 69.71 million in August, which meant an increase of 7% in volume and 15% in value compared to the same month in 2023. The average price was US$ 1.29 per kilogram, showing an increase of 7%, FreshFruit reported. Of the 30 countries to which this fruit arrived in August, the United States was the main one (52.5%), acquiring 27,802 tons (+23%) valued at US$ 36.57 million (+31%). The average price rose by 7%, reaching US$ 1.32 per kilogram. Among the main exporting companies are Consorcio de Productores de Fruta S.A. (18%) and San Miguel Fruits Perú S.A. (12%). In second place was the Netherlands (11.8%), with 6,524 tons (-25%) for US$ 8.23 million (-20%). Despite this drop, the average price increased by 7%, reaching US$ 1.26 per kilogram. Procesadora Laran S.A.C. was the main exporter to this destination, with a 25% share, followed by Consorcio de Productores de Fruta S.A., with 17%. Mexico ...

Source: Portaldelcampo