Peruvian bell pepper exports grew 57% in volume and 73% in value in September

Published Oct 29, 2024

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In September 2024, Peru experienced a significant increase in bell pepper exports, with a total of 3,748 tons exported earning US$ 6.82 million. This represents a 57% increase in volume and 73% increase in value compared to the same month in 2023. The United States was the primary market, accounting for 49% of the total exports, followed by Spain and Puerto Rico. The average price per kilogram also saw a 10% increase to US$ 1.82. The exports were handled by DP World, APM Terminals, and Terminales Portuarios Euroandinos – Paita, with major contributions from Ecosac Agrícola S.A.C., Green Perú S.A., and Agroindustrias AIB S.A.

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(Agraria.pe) In September 2024, Peru exported 3,748 tons of bell peppers for US$ 6.82 million, which represented an increase of 57% in volume and 73% in value compared to the same month in 2023. In the month analyzed this year, the average price of bell peppers per kilogram stood at US$ 1.82, also reflecting an increase of 10%. In this month, the product reached 12 destinations, of which the United States stood out, representing 49% of the total, with 2,115 tons shipped for a value of US$ 3.4 million. This meant a growth of 24% in volume and 29% in value, with an average price of US$ 1.62 per kilogram (+4%). Spain was positioned as the second largest market, with 727 tons worth US$ 1.99 million. This market showed a growth of 100% in volume and 151% in value with an average price of US$ 2.74 per kilogram (+26%). Puerto Rico closed the podium with 394 tons worth US$ 664,000. These shipments reflected an increase of 61% in volume and 71% in value compared to the previous year, with ...

Source: Agraria