The Ministry of Production (PRODUCE) marked the twelfth anniversary of the Association Las Damas del Pisco & Vino during a ceremony held on April 18. The event brought together women producers and representatives from the Pisco sector to emphasize the importance of identity, tradition, and development for this national beverage.
The gathering included the swearing-in of both national and regional boards for the 2026–2030 period and honored distinguished members, focusing on women’s contributions within the Pisco production chain. Minister César Quispe Luján said, “The Pisco sector has an essential characteristic: it is family-based, not just a business; it is passion, culture and tradition. Ninety-four percent consists of small businesses and wineries that have maintained this essence since their beginnings.”
Quispe Luján also highlighted how women add value to this activity. “Women give special value to Pisco production. When we see wineries led by them, we find a stamp of quality and a constant search for excellence that the sector needs,” he said.
He reported that in 2025, Pisco production exceeded eight million liters as part of a progressive recovery for the industry. He added that government programs will continue supporting technological adoption and productivity improvements among micro and small enterprises: “We are leaving funds so that micro-enterprises can access technology and improve their quality. In addition, certifications will continue to be promoted with resources exceeding US$120 million, which will strengthen competitiveness in the sector,” Quispe Luján said.
Other attendees included Johnny Schuler from Academia del Pisco; Sergio Chuez Salazar from INDECOPI; and Carmen Robatty de Moquillaza representing Las Damas del Pisco & Vino. They all agreed on preserving origin denomination status while promoting Peruvian pisco domestically and internationally.
According to its official website, PRODUCE promotes social inclusion initiatives aimed at improving living conditions for fishermen and producers across Peru through harmonious development efforts. The ministry operates under its minister’s guidance using facilities in San Isidro, Lima—including central headquarters—and issues regulations supporting sustainable growth in fishing, aquaculture, industry as well as services like technical assistance throughout Peru.
PRODUCE serves communities nationwide by crafting policies designed to foster sustainable development within fishing, aquaculture, micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises according to its official website. It has received international recognition from organizations such as OECD for its sustainable fisheries management.
