Peru: Shipments of deep-sea cod totaled US$ 385,625 in January

Published 2024년 4월 1일

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In January of this year, the export of deep sea cod from Peru saw a minor decline of -0.5% in value compared to January 2023, totaling US$ 385,625, despite a 12.2% increase in the quantity shipped. This suggests a decrease in the price per kilo, with the United States being the sole destination, mainly via air transport to Los Angeles and Miami. The Ministry of Production has set the catch limit for deepwater cod at 186 tons for January 2024, with adjustments possible based on environmental or biological factors as advised by the Peruvian Marine Institute. The report also notes a -20% decrease in deepwater cod shipments in 2023 compared to 2022, highlighting the fluctuating nature of export values in recent years. Major exporters include Peruvian Seabass S.A.C., Agromarina del Perú S.A.C., J & S Chanpez S.A.C., and Pesquera MKL S.A.C., with the product mainly sold in frozen form.

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The export of deep sea cod in January of this year reached US$ 385,625, a figure that indicates a slight contraction of -0.5% compared to the same month of 2023 (US$ 387,658), reported the Management of Services and Extractive Industries Association of Exporters (ADEX). This product was shipped exclusively to the United States, transported by air, mainly from the Jorge Chávez International Airport to the cities of Los Angeles and Miami. According to figures from the ADEX Data Trade Intelligence System. 14,938 kilos were sent, 12.2% more than in January 2023 (13,317 kilos), so a decrease in its price can be deduced. In January 2024, the Ministry of Production (Produce) established the catch limit for deepwater cod at 186 tons (186 thousand kilos). This quota applies to extractive activities carried out by fishing vessels with a valid fishing permit for this resource. It was also indicated that the extraction will conclude when the quota established by recommendation of the Peruvian ...

Source: Revistaeconomia