Non-traditional fisheries exports totaled US$2.277 billion at the close of last year, 73% higher than in 2024, supported by higher shipment volumes and better prices, the
In volume terms, the strongest growth on record (58.7%) was registered, due to greater availability of giant squid biomass, which boosted exports of frozen and canned giant squid up 240% and 208%, respectively.
The average export price increased 9% in 2025, after giant squid prices rose during the early months due to constrained supply at the start of the year.
Agricultural sector
The BCR indicated that non-traditional agricultural exports totaled US$12.631 billion in 2025, representing annual growth of 13.7%.
This outcome was explained by a 25% increase in shipped volumes, driven by stronger fruit shipments—including avocados (35.1%), grapes (28.6%), blueberries (14.7%), mangoes (41.8%), and pomegranates (36.5%)—alongside a sharp rise in frozen presentations (98.4%).
The issuing entity added that cacao sales rose 16.1%, along with its manufactured derivatives—including medium-acidity butter, fat, and powder—supported by elevated international prices.
In December alone, agricultural exports reached US$1.442 billion, posting year-on-year growth of 8.8%.
Textile shipments
The BCR said textile exports totaled US$1.732 billion, posting 5.8% growth from the previous year.
In volume terms, a 4.8% increase was reported. Prices rose 0.9%.
Higher shipments of cotton apparel to the United States (mainly plain T-shirts), cotton fabrics to Colombia, and fine alpaca fiber to Italy stood out.