The port is upgrading infrastructure to support refrigerated cargo through a US$250 million program.
The 7.8% year-on-year growth indicates that Peruvian exporters are successfully moving volume while capturing higher value.
Officials remain optimistic that improved infrastructure and international inspections will facilitate trade with both nations.
South Africa is now Africa’s third-largest potato producer after Egypt and Algeria.
Overall production has remained steady compared with last year, but only because of this geographic shift.