Colombian cape gooseberry exports exceed $40 million for the first time

For the first time in its history, Colombia exceeded $40 million in exports of cape gooseberry, also known as uchuva. In 2024, international sales of this fruit reached $43.5 million, a milestone that consolidates the country as a world leader in the production and export of cape gooseberry. This figure, which represents a growth of close to 9.4% compared to 2023, confirms the upward trend of recent years, according to data from the Dian (National Tax and Customs Directorate).

For the past seven years, uchuva has remained among Colombia's top five most exported fruits, along with bananas, avocado, Tahitian lemon and gulupa. In 2017, uchuva exports hovered around $27.8 million. Since then, the sector has grown steadily to reach its highest figure on record in 2024.

Colombian uchuva has Europe and North America as its main destination markets. The Netherlands was the largest buyer in 2024 with imports of $25.5 million, equivalent to 58.7% of total exports. It was followed by the United States with $6.6 million (15.3%), Germany with $3.5 million (8%), Belgium with $1.6 million (3.7%) and Canada with $1.4 million (3.4%).

Demand in markets such as Germany and the United Kingdom increased considerably, registering increases of 70.3% and 113.2%, respectively. Although growth in the Netherlands was more moderate (2.1%), this country remains the world's leading importer of Colombian cape gooseberry.

Despite this success, the cape gooseberry sector faces the challenge of strengthening its international presence. Experts emphasize that it is essential to better disseminate the properties, benefits and culinary versatility of the fruit.

source: agronegocios.co

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