Peruvian quinoa exports totaled 5,064 tons for US$ 11.7 million in November 2024, showing an increase of 5% in volume and 3% in value

In November 2024, Peruvian quinoa exports saw a growth of 5% in volume and 3% in value, reaching 5,064 tons valued at US$ 11.7 million. The average price of quinoa decreased by 2% to US$ 2.31 per kilogram. The majority of the exports were white quinoa, followed by red and tricolor varieties. The United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom were the primary importers of Peruvian quinoa, with DP World, APM Terminals, and Jorge Chávez International Airport being the main ports of shipment. A total of 61 companies were involved in the exports, with Alisur S.A.C., Olam Global Agri Perú S.A.C., and Colorexa S.A.C. being the leading exporters.

(Agraria.pe) In November of this year, Peruvian quinoa exports reached 5,064 tons for US$ 11.7 million, representing a growth of +5% in volume and +3% in value compared to what was reported in the same month of 2023. In the month analyzed, the average price of quinoa experienced a decrease of -2%, standing at US$ 2.31 per kilogram. Most of the quinoa exported in November 2024 corresponded to the white variety, which represented 69% of shipments, with 3,476 tons shipped for a value of US$ 8.1 million and an average price of US$ 2.36 per kilogram. Red quinoa, with a 14% share, totaled 750 tons valued at US$ 1.7 million and an average price of US$ 2.26 per kilogram. Tricolor quinoa followed, representing 12% of exports, with 631 tons valued at US$ 1.4 million and an average price of US$ 2.28 per kilogram. As for destinations, the United States continued to be the main buyer, with a 36% share of total shipments, receiving 1,701 tons valued at US$ 4.1 million and an average price of ...