In Peru, the Foreign Trade Research and Development Institute of the Lima Chamber of Commerce (Idexcam) has projected an 11.40% growth in exports, reaching over 72,000 million dollars by the end of 2024. This increase is attributed to the enhanced performance of key sectors, including Agriculture. Carlos Posada, executive director of Idexcam, highlighted the significant contributions of the agricultural sector, which is expected to witness a 20% growth driven by the escalated exports of blueberries and avocados.
During the January-September 2024 period, the Traditional and Non-Traditional Agro sectors displayed robust growth. The Traditional Agro sector saw a 52.37% increase, buoyed by a surge in coffee value by 68.65%. Meanwhile, the Non-Traditional Agro sector advanced by 18.39%, with cocoa bean exports expanding by 268.21%, partially due to decreased sales in African countries. Notably, fresh avocado exports grew by 28.02%, reaching an export value of 1,220 million dollars in September, while blueberries experienced a 46.95% increase, accumulating 967 million dollars.
These figures underscore the dynamic performance of Peru's fruit and vegetable exports, positioning the country as a key player in the global agro-export market. The agricultural sector's growth not only reflects the country's export potential but also indicates the strategic importance of high-value crops like blueberries and avocados in Peru's export portfolio.
Source: Andina