The USDA statistics report that of total imported quantities for 2022, the U.S. imported a decrease volume of 13% year over year which is down from 2021.
“Both Peru and Mexico have reduced imports in 2022, due to many contributing factors with mostly due to weather conditions. This decline in volume has continued into 2023 and has challenged industry and retailers,” states Priscilla Lleras, Executive Director of the Peruvian Asparagus Importers Association.
According to USDA/ERS, per capita consumption has revealed an increase in demand year over year for fresh asparagus. Furthermore, 2021 preliminary statistics have indicated that there is a 9% or .16 pound increase of consumption for fresh asparagus per person in the United States.
“Consumption forecast for the Midwest region of the United States has increased. PAIA encourages retailers to take advantage of the expected increase of consumer consumption,” says Lleras of PAIA.
“As an association, our importer members are working very closely with their customers to inform and supply volume information, as well as provide opportunities to promote and sell more asparagus,” adds Lleras.
The 2022/2023 Fresh Asparagus Statistics, Category Trends and Demographics Report is available on the PAIA website at: peruvianasparagusimportersassociation.com
