An opportunity to export Peruvian cassava

Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is emerging as one of the new food products that are setting trends in Europe, representing a promising opportunity for national producers of this tropical root. According to FreshFruit, in 2022, Peru exported 5,771 tons of fresh cassava (93%), frozen and processed, worth US$ 1.9 million, mainly to Chile and Bolivia. Ideal food for people intolerant to gluten The growing popularity of cassava is due in part to its culinary versatility and health benefits. In addition to conquering the palates of those who seek to explore new flavors, cassava stands out as an ideal food for people with celiac disease, since it does not contain gluten, a protein present in many cereals such as wheat, barley, and rye. In addition, it can be combined with wheat flour to improve the preparation of breads or used as a flour substitute in various recipes. This tropical root is rich in nutrients, being an excellent source of complex carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins and ...