Peruvian fresh asparagus exports reached 10,275 tons for US$ 43 million in September

(Agraria.pe) In September 2024, Peru's fresh asparagus exports totaled 10,275 tons worth US$ 43 million, a result that has allowed the poor performance of the previous month to be reversed. Although the volume shipped was similar to that of the same month last year, the total value increased by 6%, driven by a 6% increase in the average price, which went from US$ 3.97 to US$ 4.22 per kilogram. On this occasion, the product reached 27 countries, with the United States being the main destination (concentrating 68% of the total) with 7,494 tons purchased for US$ 30 million. Exports to this destination showed a decrease of -6% in volume, although the value increased +6% due to a 12% increase in the average price, which reached US$ 3.96 per kilogram. Spain ranked second (12% of the total) with 1,278 tons purchased for a value of US$ 5.4 million. Volume grew by 28%, although value decreased slightly (-1%) due to a 23% drop in the average price, which stood at US$ 4.22 per kilogram. The ...