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Peruvian blueberry exports up 53% in 2024/2025 with extended harvest

The 2024/2025 campaign of the Peruvian blueberry sector has achieved an extended duration and a leveled production curve, attributed to delayed pruning practices and the introduction of new varietals. This strategic adjustment has allowed for an elongation of the harvesting period, surpassing previous seasons in terms of growth recovery and production output.


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As the industry transitions into the 2025/2026 season, early metrics indicate a promising outlook. By the first week of 2025, the campaign has witnessed the shipment of 283.822 tons of blueberries to global markets, marking a 53% increase compared to the same timeframe in the 2023/2024 campaign. This volume includes 251.350 tons of conventional blueberries, showing a 51% increase from the previous season, and 32.472 tons of organic produce, registering a 69% increase despite falling 5% short of initial projections.

Leading the charge in shipments are prominent companies such as Camposol, contributing 13% of the total volume with 36.137 tons, followed by Hortifrut Perú SAC at 10% with 29.602 tons, Agrovisión Perú SAC at 9% with 26.697 tons, Complejo Agroindustrial at 9% with 21.959 tons, and Agrícola Cerro Prieto SA at 5% with 14.033 tons, among others.

Luis Miguel Vegas, the general manager of Proarándanos, notes, "The 2024/2025 Peruvian blueberry campaign projects a total volume of 323.928 tons, exceeding initial estimates by 4,1%, and consolidating the country as a world leader in the export of this fruit." This season is expected to not only continue the growth trend seen before the El Niño crisis but also to introduce higher quality fruit due to the newer varietals, potentially leading to increased economic returns for producers and exporters in Peru.

Source: Blueberries Consulting

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