According to Fresh Fruit Peru, exports of Peruvian blueberries and avocados to China in 2021 will increase by 70%, mainly due to the shortage of Chilean supplies to China during the season.
According to the report, the total export value of Peruvian fruits, vegetables and grains to China last year reached 443 million US dollars (about 2.818 billion yuan), of which blueberries, table grapes and avocados accounted for 91%.
Peruvian blueberries
Last year, China imported 31,679 tons of fresh blueberries, an increase of 26%, and the trade volume reached 229 million US dollars (1.457 billion yuan), an increase of 24%.Peru is one of the main exporting countries, accounting for 24,921 tons, corresponding to a trade volume of US$181 million (1.151 billion yuan), an increase of 71% and 75% respectively compared to the country's performance in 2020,which is a considerable increase, allowing the country's market in China. Share increased 21% to 79%.In contrast, the market share of another major exporter, Chile, fell by 22% to 20%.
According to the report, the average price of Peruvian fresh blueberries for the Chinese market last year was US$7.25 (46.11 yuan) per kilogram, a slight increase of 2% compared to 2020.In contrast, Chilean prices fell 7% to $7.12 ($45.29).
Last year, Chile's blueberry production decreased, so it focused its export business on the closer US market, creating a good opportunity for Peru to seize market share in China.At the same time, the gradual recovery of the Chinese market from the epidemic has also boosted consumer demand.
Peruvian Avocado
Likewise, the reduced production of Chilean avocados last year presented opportunities for Peruvian products.
In 2021, China imported 40,797 tons of avocados, valued at US$106 million (674 million yuan), up 48% and 49%, respectively.Among them, Peruvian avocados accounted for 26,874 tons, with a trade volume of 68 million US dollars (432.51 million yuan), an increase of 71% and 81% respectively.
Peru was China's largest supplier of avocados last year, with a market share of 66%, up 9% from 2020.Mexico and Chile came in second (18%) and third (10%), respectively.
The average price of Peruvian avocados for the year was US$2.53 (16.09 yuan) per kilogram, a 6% increase.Chilean avocados achieved the highest average price, reaching US$3.28 (20.86 yuan), an increase of 7%.
