Peru exported 24,668 tons of Tahiti lemon for US$ 26 million in 2022

Published Feb 8, 2023

Tridge summary

In 2022, Peruvian Tahiti lemon exports saw a significant increase, with a total of 24,668 tons earning US$ 26 million, marking a 38% increase in volume and a 57% increase in value compared to the previous year. This surge was primarily due to a 14% rise in the price received by importers. These lemons were exported to over 17 countries, with the United States, Chile, and the United Kingdom being the main recipients. Despite the overall increase in value, there was a slight decrease in the price received in Chile and the United Kingdom compared to 2021.

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In 2022, Peruvian Tahiti lemon remittances totaled 24,668 tons for US$ 26 million. This has meant an increase of 38% in volume and 57% in value compared to 2021. The higher result in value was explained by the increase in the price received by importers (+14%), going from US$ 0.92 to US$1.04 per kilogram. This lemon variety reached more than 17 countries and was exported by 64 Peruvian companies. The main destinations were the United States (36% share), Chile (22%) and the United Kingdom (18%). Exports to the United States totaled 6,913 tons for US$9 million, 226% higher in volume and 278% higher in value compared to 2021. In this market, the average price was US$1.35 per kilogram, 16% higher. Regarding shipments to Chile, they reached 8,172 tons for US$ 6 million, 13% lower in volume and 16% lower in value compared to the previous period. The price paid in this market for the ...

Source: PEagronoticias