The last five years saw a substantial growth in imports from Peru, with incoming volumes almost doubling in value from September 2015 to September 2021.
Peruvian table grape exports are set to increase of 17% compared to what was shipped last season, marking a historical record.
A certain grape variety is doing particularly well in terms of size, color and taste getting attention from international buyers.
The Grape Reporter spoke with a number of Peruvian exporters to get their insight into the upcoming campaign and assess the challenges it faces both abroad and at home.
Through the formation of a new exporter, both companies seek to strategically consolidate table grape production from Latin America in the Southern Hemisphere and position themselves among the leading companies in the industry worldwide.
John Pandol, special project director of Pandol Bros, spoke about how the end of the California deal was looking and what is needed for the heavier-volume Chilean and Peruvian grapes to fit in well to the U.S. market.
"The Peruvian's are going to take control of this winter import table grape market."
It may be the first year of exports, but the Fruit Growers Consortium of Peru is planning to ship 70 containers of Sweet Jubilee this year.
A Peruvian market consultant says his country can partner with Chile to ensure a smoother grape supply.
