Peru has consolidated its position as the world's top exporter of blueberries, reaching a record sales figure of over US$2.27 billion to key global markets by the end of 2024. The campaign will continue until April of this year, according to the
Last year, Peru achieved an extraordinary level of blueberry production and exports, despite the fact that the season is ongoing until April 2025.
By the end of 2024, the exported volume reached 326,000 tons, marking a 57% increase compared to 2023.
Midagri reported that more than 11% of these exports were organic, targeting a significant segment of the international market.
In 2024, Peru consolidated its position as the world's leading exporter of blueberries.
In 2023, despite a decline in export volume —along with other suppliers such as Mexico and Colombia— the reduced supply led to a rise in international prices, boosting the value of Peruvian exports by 23% compared to 2022.
Likewise, it is worth highlighting that average blueberry prices rose from US$4.6 per kilogram in 2022 to over US$8.5 per kilogram in the second half of 2023.
In January 2024, they had exceeded US$8.9 per kilogram. By the end of that year, they averaged US$8.5 per kilogram.
Midagri noted that, barring climate phenomena caused by El Niño or La Niña —such as high temperatures, torrential rains, or water resource shortages that could affect blueberry cultivation— the export volume could surpass 350,000 tons this year.
Peru has the ability to supply blueberries outside the peak seasons of other countries like Chile and the United States, which have more limited harvest periods. The conditions along the Peruvian coast and highlands allow for year-round harvesting.
This consistent supply of high-quality produce has made Peru the leading provider of fresh blueberries in key markets such as the United States —the largest importer— while China has significantly increased its demand.
In 2024, the majority of Peru's blueberry exports were directed to the U.S. (an average of 55%), followed by 21% to the Netherlands and 9% to Hong Kong. These three markets accounted for 85% of the total exports worldwide.
Additionally, a gradual increase in exports is projected to India, Russia, Taiwan, Singapore, Belgium, France, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and other key markets with high purchasing power.
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