The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) announced that Peruvian exports They reached a total of US $ 74,664 million at the end of 2024, which means a new historical record for the country. In particular, he highlighted the positive performance of the metallurgical, fishing, agricultural, mining and chemical items. In addition, Mincetur stressed […]
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Export of organic agricultural products grew 32.3%: which were the most prominent?
The Global Economics and Business Research Center of the Exporters Association (Hundred-adjex) reported that the offices of organic agricultural products added US $ 776 million 700,000 between January and November last year. This result evidences a growth of 32.3% compared to the similar period of 2023. Through its report, the entity explained that the presentation […]
With coffee and cocoa, Ecuador is a world pioneer in deforestation-free production
Ecuador It has established itself as one of the pioneer countries in the world in sustainable and deforestation-free production and has at coffee and to cocoa like its great emblems, products that have made their way into the European Union (EU) by demonstrating that its farmers have prevented the clearing of thousands of hectares of […]
Amazonian cocoa will have its own Regulatory Council for the Denomination of Origin
Indecopi, through the Directorate of Distinctive Signs (DSD), delivered the operating authorization certificate of the Regulatory Council of the Amazonas Peru Cocoa Denomination of Origin. This group will ensure that this product is marketed while maintaining its unique characteristics and high quality, in order to be positioned in international markets, boosting the competitiveness of cocoa […]
Who benefits from the rise in cocoa prices?
The rise in prices of cocoa in the financial markets has caused chills throughout the sector, but it benefits cocoa growers, bean processors, speculators and chocolate makers to an unequal extent. Prices soared in March, hitting a record high of more than $10,000 a tonne in New York. The rise is explained by a poor […]
Historical peaks in global cocoa and coffee boosted Peru’s Amazon exports by 16%
The high prices of coffee and cocoa in the first quarter of 2024 boosted exports from the Amazon region by 16%, reported the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur). During the V Congress of Amazonian Entrepreneurs (CEA) 2024, the Vice Minister of Foreign Trade, Teresa Mera, explained that, throughout 2023, shipments of almost US$835 […]
The International Cocoa and Chocolate Show expects to receive 25,000 visitors this year
Peru will once again show the benefits of its cocoa based on quality and aroma in the 15th edition of the International Cocoa and Chocolate Show 2024. The event will soon take place from July 18 to 21 at the Lima Convention Center , expects to receive 25,000 visitors. In addition, it will have the […]
MEF considers that the economy is recovering: what are the reasons?
After recognizing the weakness of the Government, compared to its counterpart, the Congress of the Republic, the head of the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF), José Arista, reported, through his account in X, that his portfolio seeks to recover the investor confidence, “which requires the achievement of consensus and joint work.” “The Government promotes […]
High prices of cocoa and sugar cause increase in the cost of chocolate
The sweet baskets of Easter will likely take a bitter toll on consumers this year as the price of cocoa rises to record levels. Cocoa futures have soared this year, nearly doubling since early 2024. Rising temperatures and weather conditions have overwhelmed and damaged crops in West Africa, which produces more than 70% of the […]
The most expensive Valentine’s Day: cocoa prices reach maximums due to the impact of the climate
Showing your love can cost you dearly Valentine’s Day due to the rise in prices of cocoaat historic highs due to environmental problems in Ghana and Ivory Coast, the world’s main producers. According to the CNBC network, the key product for the production of chocolate has become more expensive by 40% since the beginning of […]