Pistachio reaches US$8.8 million in imports in Brazil in 2023

Published Jan 25, 2024

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Brazil's pistachio imports hit a record high of US$8.8 million in 2023, marking a 97% increase from the previous year, as per a survey by Vixtra. The United States emerged as the primary exporter, contributing 77.7% of the exports, followed by Argentina and Iran. The surge in imports is linked to the rising use of pistachios in various recipes. This trend is predicted to persist in 2024, propelled by festive occasions like Easter.

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Pistachios became a gastronomic phenomenon in Brazil, conquering consumers' palates and boosting imports of the oilseed to a record level of US$8.8 million in 2023, equivalent to 608 tons. A survey carried out by Vixtra, a foreign trade fintech, based on data from the Secretariat of Foreign Trade, revealed a significant growth of 97% in imports compared to 2022. Check out hot information about agriculture, livestock, economy and weather forecast in the palm of your hand: follow Canal Rural on WhatsApp! The study covers two decades, starting in 2003, when pistachio imports in Brazil were modest, totaling US$0.4 million. In 2013, there was a significant spike, reaching US$7.3 million. In the following years, imports declined, reaching US$2.8 million in 2021. The scenario changed in 2022, with pistachios gaining prominence in several recipes and arousing the curiosity of Brazilians, resulting in US$4.5 million in imports. In 2023, the oilseed reached its peak, with an impressive ...

Source: CanalRural