Market context for early February 2026
Ginger is a core ingredient across food manufacturing, beverages, supplements, and functional products. While demand remains steady, recent export data shows a variation that B2B buyers should not ignore: export volumes are increasing, but export values are declining.
This pattern, seen clearly in recent Peruvian export data, signals shifting market dynamics that affect pricing strategies, supplier selection, and contract decisions in the months ahead.
Peru’s ginger exports: volume up, value down
According to recent market updates, Peru increased ginger export volumes in 2025 by roughly 13%, yet export value declined by about 10% over the same period.
This means more product moved through the market, but at lower average prices per unit.
For buyers, this raises an important question:
Is lower pricing driven by oversupply, competitive pressure, quality variation, or changing buyer behavior?
What’s driving the value decline?
Several factors appear to be contributing to this value-volume gap:
Increased global competition
More origins are actively supplying ginger into international markets, particularly into Europe. As additional suppliers enter or expand their presence, price competition intensifies, even when demand remains stable.
Buyer price sensitivity
In a cost-conscious environment, many buyers prioritize:
- competitive pricing
- shorter commitments
- spot opportunities
This can push average export values down, even as shipment volumes rise.
Quality and specification variation
Not all exported ginger commands the same price. Differences in:
- size
- moisture
- processing level
- certification status
can widen the gap between high-value and lower-value shipments, pulling down overall averages.
Why higher volumes don’t always mean a stronger market
At first glance, rising export volumes may look positive. However, for commodity markets like ginger, value trends often matter more than volume alone.
A volume-driven market can indicate:
- aggressive selling to clear supply
- reduced pricing power for exporters
- shorter-term buying strategies by importers
For B2B buyers, this environment can create opportunities, but also risks, depending on how sourcing decisions are structured.
Implications for Ginger Sourcing
For procurement and sourcing teams, the current ginger market suggests a need for careful evaluation rather than simple price chasing.
Key considerations include:
- Price vs. reliability: Lower prices may reflect competitive pressure, but supplier consistency still matters.
- Specification alignment: Buyers should confirm that lower pricing aligns with the required quality, format, and performance.
- Contract flexibility: Shorter contracts or phased purchasing may reduce exposure if pricing continues to fluctuate.
- Origin diversification: Relying on a single origin may increase risk in volatile value environments.
Buyers using ginger in processed or value-added applications should also consider how price changes interact with yield, flavor strength, and processing performance.
Key considerations
- Rising export volumes do not automatically signal market strength
- Declining export values point to increased price competition
- Quality and specification differences matter more in value-driven markets
- Flexible sourcing strategies can reduce exposure to price swings
- Supplier reliability remains critical, even when pricing softens
Market outlook: balancing opportunity and risk
The current ginger market reflects a familiar B2B challenge: attractive pricing on the surface, paired with underlying uncertainty. While increased export volumes can support availability, declining values suggest that pricing pressure may continue in the near term.
For B2B buyers, the goal is not simply to secure the lowest price, but to balance cost, consistency, and supply reliability. In a market where volume and value move in opposite directions, informed sourcing decisions become even more important.
Sources
Mundus Agri. (2026). Ginger: Peru’s export value drops significantly.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. (2026). FAOSTAT: Ginger production and trade data.
USDA Foreign Agricultural Service. (2026). Global horticultural trade overview.
International Trade Centre. (2026). Trade Map: Ginger (HS 0910).
Food Ingredients First. (2026). Ginger market trends and global demand.
Reuters. (2026). Global ginger trade and pricing developments.