FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 8, 2021. The Peruvian Asparagus Importers Association (PAIA) reports a 3% increase in volume year-over-year for 2020 imports. According to the United States Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service statistics, Peruvian asparagus imports have grown to over 206 million pounds in 2020. Peru is ranked as one of the top 5 countries that make up the majority contribution of fresh asparagus consumption in the United States for 2020. Fresh Asparagus 2020 Import Landscape (Top 5) Country Quantity (lbs) YOY Variance Mexico 375,302,609 3% Peru 206,479,443 3% Canada 2,840,876 -38% Ecuador 1,126,121 125% China 143,520 — Import Total 586,020,439 2% As a principal contributor to the United States fresh asparagus consumption market, Peru has maintained consistent quality supply to retailers on a year-round basis.