Peruvian ag exports to the U.S. grow in 2024 Q2

In the second quarter of 2024, the U.S. demonstrated why it is the top market for Peruvian agricultural exports, reaching a value of $425 million, which was 17 percent more than the same period last year, according to Agraria.

Among the Peruvian products that were sent to the U.S., the highest performers were avocados, with just over 20 percent participation; followed by mandarins, with 12 percent; and asparagus, with 11.8 percent.

With respect to avocado shipments, these added 44,791 tons for $96 million, which was 11 percent more in volume and 35 percent more value than the second quarter of 2023. The price was higher by 21 percent, getting to $2.15 per kilogram.

As for mandarins, they managed to climb a position, with a total of 38,547 tons for $52 million. Compared to 2023, this was 16 percent more in volume and 31 percent more value. Similarly, the average product price was 13 percent higher, selling at $1.34 kilogram.

Finally, asparagus added 15,975 tons acquired for a value of $51 million, which meant an 8 percent drop in volume and 13 percent in value. The price had a 5 percent drop, at $3.17 per kilogram.