Peru's agro-exports to the United States totaled US$541 million in the period comprised between January and May 2017, the Association of Peruvian Exporters (Adex) informed.
The result led to a 15% increase from the same term last year.
"Although fresh products are most in demand, the truth is that the processed ones are increasing their presence [in the U.S. market]," Adex President Juan Varilias affirmed.
Within this framework, the business leader noted the most demanded fresh products are: asparagus, avocados, blueberries,
coffee and grapes.
Likewise, the Andean nation gradually increases shipments of processed food, including canned meals, snacks, flours, juices and sauces, among others.
In this sense, Adex head stressed the need for exporters to take notice of labeling regulations required by the U.S.
"Failure to comply with those regulations leads to the rejection of products," Varilias stated.
Remarks were made during the workshop titled: "New Labeling Law in the United States."
Exports
Peru's primary agro-exports to the North American country reached US$30.12 million between January and May this year, up by 18% over the same period in 2016.
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