09:08. Lima, Apr. 27. Peru is close to becoming the first grape supplier to the Chinese markets, the Peruvian Chinese Chamber of Commerce announced. The projection was based on information regarding shipments made throughout 2014. According to the Capechi Business Research Unit, Miguel Galvez, last year exports totaled US$175.4 million (8.6 million boxes). “Growth has...Read More

By Hillary Ojeda Peruvian crops including quinoa rapidly grew in surface area and production last year. Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation (Minagri) announced quinoa, grapes, avocado, and cacao crops in Peru grew considerably in surface area last year, according to Gestion. The best performing crops were the olive and quinoa, concluding with increases of 163%...Read More

Dec 09 – Hong Kong has replaced the US as the leading destination for Peruvian table grape exports in 2014. The value of Peruvian table grape exports to Hong Kong reached US$67.8m between January and November, with China the second largest destination at US$64.8m. The Netherlands received US$45.3m worth of Perivan table grapes, while the...Read More