Country set for further export growth in 2025/26 as plantings continue to increase
Peruvian blueberries are poised for further export growth in 2025/26, driven by increasing global demand and investments in new technologies.
With the new season now underway, producers and exporters anticipate a campaign “full of expectations and opportunities”, according to industry association Proarándanos.
Peru has consolidated its position as one of the world’s leading blueberry exporters, thanks to its favourable climate, advanced technology, and skilled labour force. Planted area for 2025/26 is estimated to have increased by 10 per cent year-on-year to around 25,000ha.
Production is forecast to reach 400,000 tonnes, an increase of 20 per cent compared to last season. Proarándanos said weather conditions in the main producing regions, such as La Libertad, Lambayeque, and Piura, have been ideal for a bountiful harvest. The adoption of new cultivation and harvesting techniques has also improved quality and efficiency.
Despite the optimistic outlook, the industry faces many challenges, such as the need to maintain quality, manage export logistics, and cope with potential climate changes.
Proarándanos said: “The 2025/26 blueberry season in Peru promises to be one of the best in years, further consolidating the country’s reputation in the global market. For producers, exporters, and consumers, it is a time of celebration and opportunity”.
