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South American agricultural and mining export trends
Overview
Peru and Chile continue to see significant developments in their agricultural and mining export sectors. In Chile, fruit exports reached approximately US$8,000 million by late July, supported by avocado production hitting a 15-year high of 265,000 tons. The industry projects a further record of 285,000 tons for the 2026-2027 season.
In Peru, the Hass avocado sector is navigating complex market dynamics. While MIDAGRI data showed exports reached 505,377 tons in the first half of 2026—a 6.1% increase over 2025—recent projections from ProHass suggest a potential 1.9% decrease in volumes for the current season. This shift is attributed to warmer temperatures linked to El Niño, which delayed fruit development and forced growers to wait longer for sufficient dry matter content. Despite these climatic hurdles, the industry is transitioning from explosive volume growth toward higher profitability, with value per kilogram rising faster than volume.
To maintain competitiveness, Peruvian producers are investing in technical training and GLOBALG.A.P. certification, particularly for smallholders who comprise 97% of the 28,000 Hass avocado producers. While Peru faces challenges in the U.S. market due to competition from Mexico and California, it is seeing historic export volumes to Europe and positive trends in Asia.
Regional trends show divergence: while Peru faces climatic hurdles, Colombia’s Hass avocado sector is expanding, with planted areas surpassing 39,000 hectares. Peruvian regional exports remain concentrated in mining-intensive areas, with Arequipa leading in copper, gold, and lead exports.
Entities
Peru · ProHass · Instituto Colombiano Agropecuario · Frutas de Chile · Chile
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chilean fruit exports reached approximately US$8,000 million as of July 31.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chilean avocado production reached 265,000 tons.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Five Peruvian regions—Arequipa, Ica, Áncash, Puno, and Moquegua—accounted for 57.4% of the country's interior exports.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The United States and Europe now absorb approximately 68% of Peruvian blueberry exports.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Blueberry exports from Peru to China decreased by 20% compared to the previous season.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Westfalia Fruit works with over 600 farmers in Peru to connect them to international agro-export chains.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Producers in Chuquitambo are working toward GLOBALG. A. P. certification to meet international standards for food safety and sustainability.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Technical recommendations for Chuquitambo producers include installing a weather station and systematic field record-keeping.
Timeline
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesPeru boosts Hass avocado exports despite climate challenges
Peru's Hass avocado exports rose 38% in 2025 through increased productivity, while mango exporters face volume limits due to El Niño.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesAvocado export seasons shift from Peru and South Africa to Chile
Avocado export seasons in Peru and South Africa are ending, making way for the new Chilean season. Peru's export volumes are down 1.9% year-on-year, despite improved fruit quality and sizing.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesSouth American Hass avocado markets show divergent export trends
Peru faces a 1.9% decline in Hass avocado exports due to El Niño weather patterns, while Colombia's avocado cultivation grows to over 39,000 hectares, boosting its export revenue.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesPeru Hass avocado exports rise 6.1% in first half of 2026
Peru's Hass avocado exports rose 6.1% to over 505,000 tons in the first half of 2026, despite individual producers reporting declines due to climate-related harvest challenges.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesPeru avocado sector sees historic export volumes to Europe
Peruvian Hass avocado exports to Europe are reaching historic volumes, supported by technical training and initiatives to achieve international food safety and sustainability certifications.
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[BUSINESS] 7 sourcesPeru avocado exports shift focus from volume to profitability
Peru's avocado industry is shifting focus from volume growth to profitability, with 2026 projections targeting record highs in both tonnage and export value.
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[BUSINESS] 7 sourcesChile and Peru report significant shifts in agricultural and mining exports
Chile reports record avocado production and high fruit export values, while Peru sees mining-led regional export growth and a shift in blueberry markets toward the US and Europe.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesPeru promotes domestic avocado consumption amid rising production
Peru is launching a multi-region campaign to boost domestic avocado consumption as the nation solidifies its status as the world's second-largest avocado exporter.
Sources
agf.nl · agropress.pe · altavoz.pe · autodema.gob.pe · carmeloportal.com · desdeadentro.pe · diariocorreo.pe · expreso.ec · finanznachrichten.de · freshplaza.com · freshplaza.es · freshplaza.fr · gestion.pe · guik.pe · hortidaily.com · manhattan.edu · portalagrochile.cl · portalportuario.cl · redagricola.com · revistacampo.es · surinenglish.com · xataka.com.mx
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