Peruvian piquillo pepper exports grew in September 2024

Published Oct 27, 2024

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In September 2024, Peru experienced a significant boost in its piquillo pepper exports, with a 68% increase in volume and a 63% increase in value compared to the same month in 2023, reaching a total of 4,986 tons valued at $10.3 million. The majority of these exports, 91.4%, were shipped to Spain, followed by the United States and Germany. The average price per kilogram saw a minor decrease of 3%, with Spain paying $2.04 and the United States paying $2.44.

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Peruvian piquillo pepper exports reached 4,986 tons worth $10.3 million in September 2024, representing an increase of 68% in volume and 63% in value compared to the same month in 2023. According to FreshFruit, the average price of piquillo pepper decreased slightly by 3%, standing at $2.07 per kilogram. During this month, piquillo pepper was exported to nine countries. Spain was the main destination, with 91.4% of the total, acquiring 4,626 tons for $9.5 million. This represented an increase of 76% in volume and 71% in value compared to September 2023. In this market, the average price remained at $2.04 per kilogram, with a drop of 3%. The United States ranked second, with 141 tons ...

Source: AgroPeru