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The food export sector in El Salvador continues to show strong performance. As of september 2025, the country has recorded US$1.231 billion in food exports, a figure that consolidates its growth and strengthens El Salvador’s presence in international markets.
According to official data, the increase is mainly due to the dynamism of three categories: fish, prepared foods, and non-alcoholic beverages. All three categories show growth in export value, reflecting greater international demand and the national industry’s ability to adapt to changing markets.
Fish leads growth
The fish category registered exports of US$105 million, equivalent to a 43% increase in value compared to the same period of the previous year. This increase is associated with higher production and the opening of new export destinations for salvadoran seafood. With this performance, the sector represents 8.6% of total food exports.
Edible preparations maintain strategic importance
Edible preparations reached US$327 million, registering a 14.3% growth. This category remains the largest within the sector, contributing 26.6% of the export value. Analysts indicate that this segment has benefited from improved industrial processes, quality certifications, and a stronger presence in regional markets.
Non-Alcoholic beverages show greater dynamism
Non-alcoholic beverages reported exports of US$299 million, with a 15.9% growth in value. This category represents 24.3% of total exports and confirms the expansion of salvadoran brands in Central American and U.S. markets.
Boosting the economy and competitiveness
The performance of the food sector directly contributes to national economic activity, both in production and in job creation and investment attraction. Furthermore, it strengthens the country’s competitiveness in the international food trade, where progress in food safety standards, packaging, and logistics chains is recognized.
These results reflect the diversification of export offerings, which remains a priority for expanding markets and sustaining El Salvador’s medium-term economic growth.
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