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The Indo-Chilean Chamber of Commerce and Culture is pleased to report on the promising developments in Chile's agricultural export sector, with a particular focus on the cherry and wine industries.

Chilean Cherry Exports Set to Soar

The 2024-25 season begins with high expectations for Chilean cherry exports, projecting a 59% increase from the previous year. The "Cherry Blossom" event in Chimbarongo, led by Claudia Soler, executive director of the Chilean Fruit Committee, announced plans to export a record 131,587,007 boxes of cherries, equivalent to 657,935 tonnes. This volume represents 27% of all fresh fruit exported by Chile. The event was attended by key figures including the Chinese Ambassador, Niu Qingbao, and the Minister of Agriculture, Ignacia Fernandez, both of whom highlighted the public-private collaboration in the sector.

Challenges in the Wine Industry

Despite the growth in volume of wine exports, the industry faces challenges with stagnant prices. The August 2024 report indicates a 7.7% increase in bottled wine shipments compared to the same month in 2023, but the value of the exports remained virtually unchanged, at a total of USD 119.7 million. The average price fell by 6.6%, standing at USD 30.2 per box.

China and the US Remain Key Export Markets

The Office of Agricultural Studies and Policies (Odepa) reported a 10% increase in forestry and agricultural exports from January to September, reaching USD 15.215 billion. The main destinations for these exports were China (31%), the US (21%), Japan (4%), Mexico (4%), the Netherlands (4%), South Korea (4%), Brazil (4%), and Colombia (2%).

Meeting with President Gabriel Boric

Frutas de Chile held a meeting with President Gabriel Boric at La Moneda Palace to discuss matters aimed at boosting the development of the country's fruit sector, including the need to modernize and deepen the export agenda at an intersectoral level.

• Chile proyecta crecimiento récord en exportación de cerezas para la temporada 2024-25 | Publimicro (Publimicro.cl)
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The Indonesian-Chilean Chamber of Commerce and Culture has the pleasure of announcing the commencement of the 2023-2024 cherry export season at the San Antonio Terminal International (STI), with high expectations for this year's yield. The STI, as the main port of Chile, will see the departure of 15 Cherry Express ships, representing nearly 50% of the total cherries exported from Chilean ports. Mauricio Carrasco, Chairman of the STI board, emphasized the terminal's role in connecting Chilean efforts with the world, ensuring the best possible export conditions for the fruit.

Despite facing climate challenges such as fewer cold hours and spring rains, which primarily affected early varieties like Royal Dawn and Santina, the President of Frutas de Chile, Iván Marambio, expressed optimism for the season. It is estimated that around 81 million boxes of fresh cherries will be shipped worldwide, a slightly lower figure than last year due to these weather conditions.

In another exciting development, Chile is expanding its international presence beyond wine and pisco to include gin. Last Hope Distillery, located in Puerto Natales in Chilean Patagonia, is introducing gin to both Chilean locals and international visitors. The distillery's unique approach was born out of necessity, according to Kiera Shiels, who moved to Chile from Australia with her partner, Matt Oberg, to open the bar.

Furthermore, the Subrei is organizing a seminar to analyze the challenges and opportunities of SMEs and cooperatives in international trade. María Emilia Undurraga, Director of the Office of Studies and Agricultural Policies (Odepa), has invited participants to the Participative Public Account 2019, to review the policies developed and the strategic objectives of the institution.

These exciting developments in Chile's export sector, from cherries to gin, showcase the country's diverse produce and its commitment to fostering international trade relations.

• STI y Frutas de Chile dan el vamos a la temporada de exportación de cherries 2023-2024 en San Antonio - Publimicro (Publimicro.cl)
• Proyección internacional: después del vino y el pisco, Chile ahora apuesta al gin (Lavozdelquequen.com.ar)
• San Antonio Terminal Internacional (STI) dio comienzo a embarques de la Temporada de Cerezas 2023-2024 - MundoMaritimo (Mundomaritimo.cl)
• Subrei organiza seminario para analizar desafíos y oportunidades de mipymes y cooperativas en el comercio internacional   - ODEPA | Oficina de Estudios y Políticas Agrarias (Odepa.gob.cl)
• Frutas de Chile, SAG y STI dan el vamos a la temporada de exportación de cerezas 2023-2024 en San Antonio – Simfruit (Simfruit.cl)
• SAG, STI y Frutas de Chile dan el vamos a la temporada de exportación de cherries 2023-2024 en San Antonio | SAG (Sag.gob.cl)