Colombia's peanut sector, although minor when compared to leading international producers, is an up-and-coming field located mainly in the Andean areas, especially in regions like Boyacá, Cundinamarca, and Antioquia. These regions possess favorable weather and rich soils that are ideal for growing peanuts, typically on small- to medium-sized family-owned farms that combine conventional farming methods with gradual upgrades. The local sector has seen consistent growth due to rising consumer interest in ready-to-eat snacks, peanut butter, and candy items. The main forms in which peanuts are consumed include roasted snacks, peanut bars, and assorted nut mixes, all of which can be found in supermarkets, local shops, and informal markets. This escalating demand is prompting growers to increase their production capabilities, select better seed types, and improve practices after harvest to ensure quality, minimize waste, and preserve freshness. Although Colombia's peanut production is currently limited, it is vital for local food systems by serving regional snack markets and supporting rural income.

The small-scale aspect of the industry allows producers to focus on specialized products like artisanal roasted peanuts and convenient snack packs that attract urban customers looking for locally produced, quality items. Furthermore, Colombia's developing peanut sector is beginning to investigate processing for peanut oil and meal, which could aid both cooking and animal feed, broadening the market. Gradually, local agricultural agencies are enhancing regulatory oversight and quality control to ensure peanuts comply with basic safety requirements for consumption. As the sector grows, Colombia's peanut industry is set to enhance its role in local snack markets while potentially venturing into small-scale exports. Colombian peanut sector represents an emerging, localized market that combines traditional agriculture with rising commercial chances, benefiting both rural communities and urban consumers looking for convenient, peanut-related goods. According to the research report, "Colombia Peanut Market Research Report, 2030," published by Actual Market Research, the Colombia Peanut market was valued at more than USD 460 Million in 2024. Colombia's peanut industry is relatively small in size, yet it has been steadily expanding in recent years due to growing consumer demand for ready-to-eat snacks, peanut spreads, and sweet treats.

The supply mainly comes from small to medium-sized farms in Andean areas like Boyacá, Cundinamarca, and Antioquia, where the climate and rich land are ideal for peanut farming. Although the market is limited, it is becoming more diverse as producers gradually implement modern farming methods, enhance seed quality, and improve post-harvest practices to boost yield, quality, and shelf life. The increasing popularity of roasted peanuts, peanut bars, and mixed snack packs in urban supermarkets, grocery stores, and local convenience shops indicates the sector's potential for growth and new developments. Compliance with regulations is vital for the peanut industry in Colombia. The Colombian Agricultural Institute ICA manages food safety regulations to ensure that peanuts comply with national quality standards and are free from harmful substances like mycotoxins and aflatoxins. At the same time, INVIMA, the National Food and Drug Surveillance Institute, enforces rules on packaging, labeling, and traceability, requiring all peanut goods to have clear nutritional information, allergen labels, and batch numbers.

Adhering to ICA and INVIMA regulations guarantees safe, high-quality products for local customers and possible export markets while building trust in homegrown peanuts. Colombia's peanut market is defined by its modest size but increasing consumption, led by small farmers and regional producers, rising urban needs, and stringent regulatory monitoring. ICA's safety regulations and INVIMA's packaging and labeling standards establish guidelines for market development, ensuring that the growing peanut sector expands responsibly while upholding good quality and safety practices.The supply of raw peanuts in Colombia by product type is divided into Raw Peanuts and Processed Peanuts represents a specialized yet locally important value chain, established through small-scale farming in specific areas of the Andean foothills, particularly in departments like Santander, Boyacá, and parts of Tolima. These family-operated farms, generally smaller than 2 hectares, cultivate peanuts alongside other crops such as maize, beans, and plantains, employing manual labor or low-tech methods appropriate for the hilly land. The production and distribution of peanuts are overseen by the Instituto Colombiano Agropecuario ICA, which manages pest control, including measures against Caryedon serratus and fungi that produce aflatoxin, as well as ensuring adherence to national food safety standards. The raw peanut sector mainly directs its products to local facilities for shelling and cleaning, where the kernels are sorted based on their size and quality.

Higher-quality batches are sold in the roasted snack market, an expanding urban sector fueled by demand in cities like Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali for peanuts that are salted, flavored, or coated, distributed through supermarkets, convenience stores, and street vendors. Lower-quality or broken kernels are redirected to ingredient processing, which encompasses products such as peanut butter, fillings for candies, and traditional sweets like maní confitado. Imports predominantly from the US and Argentina help meet domestic demand during off-peak seasons or when local quality is insufficient; however, peanuts grown in Colombia are valued for their local origin in branding. The distribution channel segmentation illustrates this duality packaged roasted snacks are prevalent in formal retail, while bulk roasted or raw peanuts are traded in open markets and regional fairs. Regulatory monitoring by ICA guarantees traceability from the farm to the processor, with Good Agricultural Practices GAP training increasingly provided to smallholder farmers to enhance productivity and decrease contamination risks. In Colombia, the peanuts market by application is divided into food and beverages, animal feed, and cosmetics, all monitored by INVIMA.

In the food and beverage section, peanuts are found in treats such as candied peanuts, nougat, and peanut brittle, sold through supermarkets, small shops, or street sellers. Peanut butter is also widely used. In animal feed, peanut cake and meal are by-products utilized in livestock diets, with attention to aflatoxin management. In cosmetics, peanut oil is applied as a moisturizer in skin and hair products. The sanitary registration and labeling rules from INVIMA ensure that these industries meet regulatory standards. Peanut uses in Colombia are distinctly divided into three main demand areas.

Within the food and beverages sector, various roasted peanut forms are popular plain, salted, candied, chili-lime, and chocolate-covered snacks that are available in modern retail and convenience shops; brittle and praline sweets found in candy stores; and creamy or crunchy peanut butters for use in spreads and bakery or ice cream recipes. Processors categorize peanuts according to kernel size and blanching outcomes; whole premium kernels are used in snacks and confectionery, whereas splits and smaller grades are made into pastes, fillings, and coatings. Maintaining product stability relies on strict control of moisture, peroxide levels, and flavor, with techniques like nitrogen flushing and protective films enhancing shelf life in hot and humid conditions. In animal nutrition, peanut meal and cake obtained from oil extraction offer a mid to high-protein substitute for soybean meal in poultry and swine diets, where inclusion levels are adjusted based on amino acid content, remaining oil, and fiber. Addressing mycotoxins is crucial only batches that pass aflatoxin tests and proper heat treatments are used in feed, and ration creators reduce energy values for mechanically extracted meals that retain more residual oil. Colombia’s peanut market by distribution Channel is divided into B2C and B2B.

On the B2C side, peanuts grown locally and those imported are available to consumers via traditional marketplaces, street vendors, and contemporary retail outlets. In rural and peri-urban areas, open-air markets and local stores offer bulk raw and roasted peanuts, commonly found unpackaged or in basic plastic bags, appealing to budget-conscious shoppers and emphasizing a fresh, local appeal. In urban settings, supermarkets, convenience stores, and e-commerce platforms feature packaged snack varieties including salted, sweetened, flavored, or coated options backed by national brands and regional manufacturers. Here, packaging focuses on freshness, brand recognition, and adherence to INVIMA's food labeling standards, which encompass allergen information, nutritional content, and lot tracking. On the B2B side, local processors and exporters acquire raw peanuts from both small and commercial farms, processing them through shelling, blanching, roasting, or oil extraction procedures. This area is subject to dual regulation ICA Instituto Colombiano Agropecuario oversees phytosanitary certifications, pest management, and transport permits for raw peanuts to meet domestic and export plant health regulations; INVIMA Instituto Nacional de Vigilancia de Medicamentos y Alimentos supervises sanitary registrations, adherence to GMP, and hazard management for processed goods aimed at both local and international markets.

Export-focused B2B transactions frequently utilize free trade zones or bonded warehouses, allowing for consolidation, quality checks, and container preparation before sending to regional clients or specialized international markets. Larger processors maintain direct connections with global importers, while smaller entities depend on brokers or trading firms to manage logistics and regulatory paperwork. This division enables Colombia's peanut industry to cater to both informal, culturally rooted consumption habits and formal, compliance-oriented trade, with ICA and INVIMA oversight ensuring that products whether sold at a street stall in Bogotá or exported to international buyers meet the expected phytosanitary and food safety standards of their respective markets.Considered in this report• Historic Year: 2019• Base year: 2024• Estimated year: 2025• Forecast year: 2030Aspects covered in this report• Peanut Market with its value and forecast along with its segments• Various drivers and challenges• On-going trends and developments• Top profiled companies• Strategic recommendationBy Product Type• Raw Peanuts • Processed PeanutsBy applications• Food & Beverages• Animal Feed• Industrial (Peanut Oil for Biofuel, Cosmetics)By Distribution Channel• B2C• B2B.