Peruvian blueberry sector updates 2025 export outlook with shorter season and volume decrease

The Peruvian Blueberry Growers and Exporters Association (ProArándanos) announced that blueberry exports reached their peak earlier than expected and are projected to decline in the coming months.

According to the organization, Peru's blueberry shipments reached their highest level during week 40, with approximately 21,000 metric tons .

This is a 12.5 percent decrease compared with the projected peak at the start of the season (24,000 metric tons in week 42).

Peruvian blueberry season at a glimpse

So far, Peru has exported more than 215,000 metric tons of blueberries, accounting for approximately 54 percent of the projected 400,000-ton export volume for the season.

Shipments to the US, Europe, and China have driven growth. To date, 44 percent has been shipped to the US, 35 percent to Europe, and 15 percent to China.

The organization warns that shipments will gradually decline moving forward, reflecting a shorter and lower output than the projected Peruvian berry season.

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