Quinoa exports totaled 5,064 MT for $11.7 million in November 2024

Published Dec 21, 2024

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In November 2024, Peru's quinoa exports reached 5,064 tons valued at $11.7 million, reflecting a 5% increase in volume and a 3% rise in value, despite a 2% drop in average price to $2.31 per kilogram. White quinoa led the exports with 69% of shipments, followed by red and tricolor varieties. The United States was the top importer, taking 36% of exports, with Canada and the United Kingdom also significant markets. A total of 61 companies exported quinoa, with Alisur S.A.C. being the largest exporter at 21%. Most shipments were handled by DP World and APM Terminals, with minimal airport involvement.

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Quinoa exports in November 2024 continued to perform well, totaling 5,064 tons worth $11.7 million. This result reflected a 5% growth in volume and 3% in value, although the average price of quinoa decreased by 2%, reaching $2.31 per kilogram. Most of the quinoa exported corresponded to the white variety, which represented 69% of shipments, with 3,476 tons worth $8.1 million and an average price of $2.36 per kilogram. Red quinoa, with a 14% share, totaled 750 tons valued at $1.7 million and an average price of $2.26 per kilogram. This was followed by tricolor quinoa, which represented 12% of exports, with 631 tons worth $1.4 million and an average price of $2.28 per kilogram. In terms of destinations, the United States continued to be the main buyer, with a 36% share of total shipments, receiving 1,701 tons for $4.1 million and an average price of $2.44 per kilogram. Canada, with a 7% share, imported 394 tons for $838,000 and an average price of $2.13 per kilogram. The United ...

Source: AgroPeru