Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian grapes double exports, hit 86M boxes record in 2025/26
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Peruvian grapes have emerged as one of the most influential players in the global table grape market. Its expansion over the past decade reflects not only rising volumes but a fundamental restructuring of the varieties it grows and the markets it serves.
The 2025/26 season marked a new milestone, with exports reaching a record 86.4 million 8.2 kg boxes, more than double the volume shipped ten years earlier. Behind this growth lies a decisive shift toward licensed varieties, which now account for 85 percent of the country's certified planted area.
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Trade flows are evolving in parallel. The United States remains Peru's leading destination, receiving more than half of total exports, while Latin American markets are gaining ground and shipments to Europe and Asia have softened.
A challenging season for Peruvian grapes
The Peruvian grape sector also faces structural risks, from a highly concentrated production base to its exposure to climatic events such as El Niño. Even so, its long-term trajectory points to an industry that continues to strengthen.
Source: USDA Market News via Agronometrics.
*Graph courtesy of Agronometrics | Main photo by Max Harlynking via Unsplash
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