U.S. imports of Peruvian asparagus climb

Boasting shipments every month, the value of U.S. imports of Peruvian asparagus in 2023 was up 4.9% over 2022.

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Boasting shipments every month, the value of U.S. imports of Peruvian asparagus in 2023 was up 4.9% over 2022.

With an import value of $260.6 million, 2023 U.S. imports of Peruvian asparagus were up 4.9% compared with 2022 imports of $248.3 million but down 5% from 2021 imports valued at $274.3 million.

U.S. imports have grown considerably over the last 15 years, rising from $196.8 million in 2010 to a peak of $278.6 million in 2015.

In 2023, Peru accounted for 41% of total U.S. import asparagus value in 2023, compared with 57% for Mexico and 2% for Canada.

By month, here is the value of U.S. imports of Peruvian asparagus in 2023 as a percent of the total annual value:

  • January — 10%.
  • February — 1%.
  • March — 1%.
  • April — 5%.
  • May — 6%.
  • June — 7%.
  • July — 10%.
  • August — 14%.
  • September — 10%.
  • October — 12%.
  • November — 12%.
  • December — 11%.
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