US: Avocado volume falls, but prices rise

Week 18 in the United States ended with approximately 1,650 avocado shipments, reflecting an 11% decrease compared to the previous week. However, the volume continues to outperform last year, standing 14% higher than the same week in 2025.

There are no major changes in the supply structure. Mexico continues to be the main supplier to the US market, accounting for 78% of the market share, while California maintains 21%. Contributions from other origins remain marginal, with the Dominican Republic contributing less than 1%, and a still limited presence of fruit from Peru and Colombia.

Regarding prices, the 48 and 60 gauges, which were already among the most valuable, saw significant increases during the week. The 48 gauge rose US$3 per 25-pound box, reaching US$30, while the 60 gauge also showed a notable increase. In contrast, the other gauges remained at similar levels to the previous week.

The 70 and 84 gauges continue to closely follow the larger gauges, remaining at a smaller price point than usual within the US market.

Regarding this scenario, Antonio Villaseñor pointed out that, although there is enough fruit to finish the season, the high dry matter content—close to 35%—makes marketing a challenge. He explained that the speed with which the fruit must be moved is crucial to maintaining market equilibrium.

From California, Gary Clevenger commented that larger fruits continue to lag behind, with lower turnover and weaker prices, mainly due to the availability of existing inventories.

For his part, Sergio Paz indicated that, at this point in the season, the fruit in Mexico is concentrated in the higher altitude areas and among producers with larger areas, which also gives them greater negotiating power within the market.

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