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Peruvian capsicum exports increased by 11% between January and May 2025

Peruvian capsicum exports, which include peppers, chili peppers, and rocot peppers, between January and May of this year, amounted to $147.2 million, 11% more than the $132.6 million achieved in the same period of 2024, according to the Association of Exporters (Adex).

Rafael del Campo Quintana, the vice-president of Adex, highlighted during the inauguration of the II Capsicum Business Meeting in Arequipa that the United States was the main destination for these products, with purchases of $64.76 million, equivalent to 44% of total exports. However, he warned about the risks posed by the protectionist measures promoted by US President Donald Trump, which, in his opinion, underlines the need to diversify markets and products.

Del Campo urged strengthening the joint work between the public and private sectors, involving entities such as the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur), the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri), the National Agrarian Health Service (Senasa), and Promperú.

He also said that Peruvian capsicums have organoleptic advantages over those of other origins thanks to their unique flavor, color, and aroma, which are increasingly valued in international markets. However, he stressed that the production chain still faces major quality and safety challenges that could have significant consequences if they are not properly addressed.

According to Adex data, despite experiencing a 5.6% drop, dried capsicum was the main export product presentation with sales of $70.9 million. It was followed by preserves (with $65.6 million and a 38.7% increase), pasta ($7.3 million), frozen products ($2.7 million), and fresh produce ($723,000).

The main destinations were the United States (with $64.76 million), Spain ($34.3 million), Mexico ($30.1 million), Germany ($2.3 million), and Puerto Rico ($2.2 million). Chile, the United Kingdom, France, Canada, and Argentina complete the top ten destination markets.

During the event, the regional governor of Arequipa, Rohel Sánchez Sánchez, emphasized the need to promote investment in science, technology, and innovation, especially due to the water challenges that the region faces. "Arequipa has several ecological floors, but water supply is a serious problem. Investing in technical knowledge will allow us to study soils and seeds, improve post-harvest, and optimize the marketing chain," he said.


Source: andina.pe