A month of milestones, global insights, and a look at what’s happening in Chilean prune fields right now.

1. Prunesco Achieves the Clean Production Agreement (APL) Certification – Prunes

We are proud to announce that PRUNESCO S.A. has been officially certified under the Clean Production Agreement (APL) in the Prunes category.
 This certification, valid for three years, recognizes our ongoing commitment to:

  • Operational sustainability

  • Continuous improvement

  • Environmental responsibility

  • Higher standards across our entire value chain

This milestone confirms something core to who we are: sustainability is not a side initiative, it’s part of our business model.

 Global Industry Outlook: What the World Is Saying About Prunes

Based on the latest Nuts and Dried Fruit Global Statistical Review 2025 (INC), Chile continues to stand out in the global prune industry.

Chile remains the world’s top producer

According to the report, Chile accounts for 36% of global prune production in 2024/25, leading the industry worldwide.

And also the world’s top exporter

In 2024, Chile represented 34% of global prune exports, maintaining a strong and stable leadership position.

What this means for Prunesco

As the largest prune grower & exporter in the Southern Hemisphere, these figures reinforce our role as a reliable, large-scale supplier for global markets, with the consistency and traceability that customers expect from premium Chilean fruit.

  The Prune Season in Chile: Where We Stand in December

While December often signals holidays in other industries, in agriculture — and especially in prunes — it marks a critical phase.

In December, prune orchards in Chile are in the stage of:

✔ Fruit growth and sizing – Increasing pulp volume and firmness.
 ✔ Sugar accumulation – Developing the flavor profile and key quality parameters.
 ✔ Water and health management – Strategic irrigation and phytosanitary control.
 ✔ Early logistical preparation – Setting the stage for a harvest that begins between late February and early March.

Why it matters

This stage defines the yield potential and final quality of the upcoming crop.
 Global projections, such as the INC estimate of roughly 205,551 metric tons for Chile in 2024/25, help us anticipate supply, manage expectations, and coordinate with markets ahead of time.