Peruvian coffee exports fall amid record production in Colombia

In February 2025, Colombia's coffee production reached record levels, leading to a decline in Peruvian coffee exports. Despite a decrease in volume and value, the average price per kilogram of Peruvian coffee increased significantly. The United States, Colombia, and Mexico were the primary markets for Peruvian coffee exports, with Terminales Portuarios Euroandinos being the most notable port of embarkation. The main exporters were Perales Huancaruna S.A.C., Olam Agro Perú S.A.C., and H.V.C. Exportaciones S.A.C.

Coffee production in Colombia reached historic levels in February 2025, impacting the international market. In this context, Peruvian coffee exports registered a decline, affected by the increased supply of Colombian coffee. If this trend of high production in Colombia persists, Peruvian coffee could continue to face difficulties in the coming months. Peruvian coffee exports totaled 3,967 tons worth $18.7 million in February, representing a 63% drop in volume and a 44% drop in value compared to February 2024. However, the average price per kilogram increased by 53.7%, from $3.06 to $4.71. In this second month of the year, Peruvian coffee reached fewer markets (24) compared to the same month last year (35). Of these, the United States remained the main destination for Peruvian coffee, with a 23% share. A total of 892 tons were exported to this country for $4.2 million, at an average price of $4.72 per kilogram. These figures represented a 64% decrease in volume and a 44% decrease ...