Peru gains access to the Brazilian market for potato exports
This important progress was reported following the establishment of phytosanitary protocols by the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock.
In an important step toward strengthening agricultural trade and developing the national agricultural sector, the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (MIDAGRI), through the National Agrarian Health Service (SENASA), announced that Peru has gained access to export fresh potatoes (Solanum tuberosum) to the Brazilian market, a nation of more than 212 million consumers.
"Access for agricultural products to new international markets is a clear opportunity for the growth and development of Peruvian producers. In this way, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MIDAGRI) is boosting demand for these products, benefiting various agricultural regions in the country," emphasized Angel Manero, head of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MIDAGRI).
Access to the Brazilian market adds to the nine countries to which this Andean tuber is currently exported. Thanks to the efforts made, this product will be imported without anti-sprouting treatment. Furthermore, shipments must be accompanied by an official Phytosanitary Certificate issued by the National Plant Protection Organization of the country of origin and provenance.
This achievement is part of the government’s efforts to diversify agricultural exports and generate better opportunities for Peruvian farmers, especially in regions such as Ayacucho, Huánuco, Junín, Huancavelica, Cusco, and Puno, known for their high potato production.
In 2024, Peru exported more than 9,806 tons of potatoes to destinations such as Bolivia and the United Arab Emirates, consolidating its position as a reliable supplier of this product. Therefore, it is estimated that exports could increase significantly in the coming years.
This achievement is part of MIDAGRI and SENASA’s commitment to promoting competitive, inclusive, and internationally market-oriented agriculture, thus contributing to the economic development of Peruvian rural farming families.
Perspectives with Brazil
The health authorities of Peru and Brazil agreed to continue bilateral technical meetings with the aim of improving trade between the two countries. A priority list of products of interest was established. Therefore, access to blueberry plants, fresh fruits such as strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries, among others, is expected this year.
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