India, January 2025
Chilean cherries, with their vibrant red hue, unmatched sweetness, and juiciness, are celebrated as the perfect fruit for the festive and winter seasons. Now available across Indian markets, they bring the freshest and most delectable produce straight from Chile.
Chile, the world’s leading exporter of cherries, has nearly doubled its export to India in the 2024-25 season. According to the latest data available, the export volume has surged from 367 MT in 2023-24 to 708 MT in 2024-25.
What makes this growth special is the arrival of several containers by sea. The arrival quality was perfect, showcasing the systems and processes that Chilean cherry shipper and packers have adopted to serve a distant Indian market.
Mr. Juan Angulo, Ambassador of Chile to India and Mr. Jorge Andres Loyola Castro, ProChile Trade Commissioner, visited the Delhi’s Azadpur wholesale fruit market to witness the arrival and reception of the Chilean cherries in the market.
Mr. Gustavo Gonzalez Bulo, Consul General of Chile in Mumbai and Ms. Misri Kamlesh Goradia, ProChile Representative in Mumbai visited the Mumbai’s wholesale markets to welcome the cherries and show their support to Indian importers, wholesalers, and retailers.
Juan Angulo, Ambassador of Chile to India, remarked, “The growing popularity of Chilean cherries in India underscores the strong trade relations between our two countries. It is also amazing to see the high quality of Chilean cherries in India, even after they have traveled over 40 days in sea containers.”
Speaking on the occasion, Jorge Andres Loyola Castro, ProChile Trade Commissioner, said, “Our cherries are known for their exceptional quality and freshness and it is heartening to see Indian consumers embracing the vibrant flavours and health benefits of Chilean cherries, making them a key part of their festive and winter celebrations.”
Mrs. Claudia Soler, Executive Director of the Chilean Cherry Committee of Frutas de Chile, remarked, “This season showcases the extraordinary opportunity that these premium Chilean cherries have in the Indian market. Through targeted promotional activities and engaging campaigns, we aim to showcase their versatility, not only as a delightful snacking option but also as a cherished ingredient for festive recipes.”