Chilean cherries, kiwis and other fruits will arrive in Indonesia

Chile is set to export six key products, including frozen blueberries, cherries, kiwis, grapes, and nuts, to Indonesia after successful sanitary negotiations. This move is part of Chile's strategy to diversify its export markets, with Indonesia's economy expected to grow by 5% annually. Currently, Indonesia ranks 40th for Chilean forestry and agricultural exports, valued at over $44 million in 2024, with an estimated export potential of $28 million from these new openings. Exporters must adhere to phytosanitary requirements, such as certificates and inspections. Chile also plans to expand exports to include fresh lemons, while Indonesia seeks to export ornamental plants to Chile, strengthening bilateral trade relations.

(Agraria.pe) Six important Chilean products will begin to be exported to Indonesia, thanks to the sanitary opening carried out by the Asian country. These are blueberries, cherries, kiwis and grapes, all in frozen format. In addition to these fruits, there are also nuts with and without shells. The opening of the market was achieved thanks to an extensive process of negotiations that was reported by the Minister (s) of Agriculture, Ignacia Fernández, together with the national director of Odepa, Andrea García, the general director of ProChile, Ignacio Fernández and representatives of the SAG, the National Society of Agriculture (SNA), Fedefruta, Chilenut and Chilealimentos. Fernández indicated that the opening of Indonesia represents a strategic opportunity to diversify the export destinations of the Chilean fruit industry and that there is great interest in advancing the opening of other products. The authority highlighted that, according to the International Monetary Fund and ...