Peru’s grape exports reached a record $2.025 billion in 2025, a 13% increase in value over the previous year, despite a slight dip in average prices.The surge in export volume – totaling 756,545 tons and representing a 27% jump – underscores the growing importance of the grape industry to the Peruvian economy. New analysis from Fresh Fruit and Preciso Consultoría reveals both increased production and a broadening number of exporters are driving this success, even as global supply increases and competition intensifies.
Peru’s grape exports reached a record high in 2025, driven by increased production and a growing global demand for the fruit. Exports totaled 756,545 tons, worth $2.025 billion, representing a 27% increase in volume and a 13% increase in value compared to 2024, according to a recent analysis by Fresh Fruit and Preciso Consultoría, based on data from the National Customs and Tax Administration (Sunat).
Despite a dip in average prices – falling to $2.67 per kilogram from $3.00 the previous year – the total export value was the highest recorded to date. The price decrease reflects a surge in global grape supply.
Evolución de la exportación de uva peruana en los últimos años. Fuente: Fresh Fruit
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Production Rebounds After Initial Delays
The 27% increase in export volume occurred despite an initial delay to the 2025-2026 Peruvian grape season, which was originally slated to begin in September. The delay was attributed to unfavorable weather conditions, including lower temperatures, and concerns surrounding potential tariffs. Climate concerns impacted several crops in Peru this year.
However, production recovered starting in October, peaking in December with harvest volumes exceeding those of the first quarter of 2025, which concluded the 2024-2025 campaign. This rebound demonstrates the resilience of Peruvian grape growers.
The decline in grape prices in 2025 is largely due to a global oversupply, fueled by record harvests in major exporting countries like Peru, as well as increased volumes from Chile, China, and Italy.
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Factors Driving the Record
Fernando Cilloniz, president of Inform@cción, confirmed the record export numbers, stating that Peru is becoming increasingly competitive in the global grape market. The success is attributed to Peruvian companies rapidly adopting genetic improvements and patented, high-yield grape varieties.
According to the study by Fresh Fruit and Preciso Consultoría, the number of Peruvian companies exporting grapes increased to 204 in the last year, a 17.24% rise from the 174 companies recorded in 2024. This growth indicates a broadening base of participation in the export market.
However, a significant portion of the export volume was concentrated among a few large firms. Three companies exceeded $100 million in export value, while 35 companies surpassed $10 million, and 46 fell within the $1 to $10 million range, with the remaining companies exporting less.
Evolución del precio internacional de la uva a lo largo del 2025
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Looking Ahead: Competition on the Horizon
Despite the record-breaking year, projections for Peruvian grape exports indicate potential challenges both domestically and internationally. Cilloniz projects a 5% volume increase for the 2025-2026 season compared to the previous year, but estimates total production in 2026 could be slightly lower than the 756,546 tons exported in 2025, with a value near $2 billion.
Vineyard planting in key regions like Ica continues to grow, albeit at a slower pace. Arequipa is expected to see the most significant growth in the future.
Internationally, a report from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) projects a substantial increase in Chinese table grape exports in the 2025/2026 marketing year, reaching 770,000 tons. Peru’s grape and blueberry exports are leading the way in agroexport growth. This would represent a 16% increase over the previous season and could position China as a leading global grape exporter alongside Peru, having already surpassed Chile last year.
According to Portal Frutícola, this shift in the global market will create increased competition for Peruvian grape exporters.
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