In 2024, the value of Peru's total exports of goods reached USD 74,664 million, which represents an increase of 15.6% over the previous year and marks an all-time record. This growth, which stands well above the regional average for Latin America (4%), follows the recovery trend observed since the pandemic.
For its part, Peru's non-traditional agro-export sector recorded a total of USD 11,553 million worth of shipments abroad, which represents an increase of 21.6% compared to the previous year. This sector has maintained an average growth rate of 13.4% in the last five years and consolidated its position as one of the pillars of Peruvian foreign trade.
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Within this segment, fresh fruit and vegetable exports reached USD 8,283 million and accounted for 72% of all agro-exports. This subgroup recorded a 17% growth compared to 2023. Blueberries, grapes, avocados, and asparagus are some of the most important products, with export destinations mainly in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Blueberries topped the ranking, with USD 1.25 billion in sales to the United States, USD 484 million to the Netherlands, and USD 106 million to China. Grapes came second, with USD 833 million in sales to the US, USD 260 million to the Netherlands, and USD 141 million to Mexico. In the latter case, the volume was affected by an early harvest due to weather factors at the end of 2023.
Avocado exports went mainly to the Netherlands (USD 409 million), Spain (USD 282 million), and the United States (USD 164 million). Asparagus continued to be in demand in traditional markets such as the United States (USD 276 million), Spain (USD 46 million), and the United Kingdom (USD 33 million).
As a whole, the main destinations for the non-traditional agricultural sector were the United States, with a 35% share (USD 4,086 million), followed by the Netherlands (USD 1,866 million), Spain (USD 798 million), Chile (USD 447 million) and the United Kingdom (USD 445 million). All these markets recorded year-on-year growth exceeding 10%.
Outstanding variations were observed in some markets. It's the case of Malaysia (135%), Indonesia (232%), Hong Kong (32%), Belgium (89%), and Brazil (67%), which imported products such as blueberries, grapes, cocoa, and frozen fruits.
A total of 2,536 companies shipped non-traditional agricultural products in 2024, 73% of which were micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. The products were distributed in 143 markets and covered 599 tariff headings.
By 2025, it is estimated that the value of non-traditional agro-exports could reach USD 12 billion, although this will depend on factors such as climate, international demand, and the evolution of logistics costs.
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