Colombian Agricultural Exports Spiked by 22.9% in April Year over Year

In April 2024, exports from Colombia’s agricultural and agro-industrial sector totaled $947 million USD, an increase of 22.9% compared to April 2023, according to statistics from the nation’s Ministry of Agriculture.

Banana exports, which grew by $66.6 million USD year over year, showed the largest growth (100.3%) followed by coffee (up by $48 million USD and 22.7%) and flowers (up $32.2 million USD and 22.4%).

In terms of volume, April exports of agricultural and agro-industrial products reached 549,775 tons, a jump of 38% compared to April 2023.

“The increase in exports of key products, such as bananas, coffee, or flowers, demonstrates the strength and potential of the Colombian agricultural sector,” said Claudia Cortés, director of the Rural Agricultural Planning Unit (UPRA).

“We are committed to continuing to support our producers to maintain this positive trend and explore new opportunities in international markets.”

The uptick in April continues a trend that has been ongoing throughout the year.

Overall, in the first four months of the year, agricultural exports are up 8.5% in value compared to the same period 2023, reaching a total of $3.6 billion USD and 1.94 million tons of products.

“These results reflect the dynamism and resilience of the Colombian agricultural sector, highlighting its ability to adapt and grow in a competitive global environment,” said Cortés.