Peru’s strawberry exports reach $28.2 million in first nine months of 2026

Peruvian strawberry exports generated $5.86 million in September 2026, down 40% from $9.76 million in the same month last year. Shipments decreased by 48%, from 5,137 tonnes to 2,651 tonnes, according to Agrodata Peru.

The average FOB price increased from $1.90 to $2.21 per kg, which means a rise of approximately 16%.

For the first nine months of 2026, strawberry export earnings totalled $28.21 million, compared with $24.51 million during January–September 2025. This represents an increase of approximately 15%.

The United States was the largest destination, purchasing strawberries worth $13.83 million, followed by Canada at $8.02 million. Together, these two markets accounted for approximately 77% of export revenue.

Japan ranked third with $2.25 million, followed by Guatemala ($941,902), South Korea ($860,561) and Mexico ($664,556).

Peru's average strawberry export price for January–September 2026 was $2.00 per kg, while total shipments reached approximately 14,129 tonnes.

source and graphics: agrodataperu.com