In a significant step forward for the Hass avocado industry in Colombia, the country has expanded the number of hectares authorized for export to the United States. According to the latest report by CorpoHass, Colombia now has a total of 11,870 hectares certified for exporting Hass avocados to the U.S. market .

This certification and authorization of the new hectares reflects the strict quality and phytosanitary controls required by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). This achievement is the result of collaborative work between the public and private sectors, which have joined forces to meet the highest international standards in Hass avocado production.

The productive zones

The CorpoHass report included the performance and evolution of seven production zones in the country: Antioquia, Caldas, Quindío, Risaralda, Valle del Cauca, Tolima, and Huila. The report indicates that as of May 2024, Colombia currently has 439 farms and 11,870 hectares .

The distribution of hectares enabled by department is as follows:

• Antioquia: 5,555 hectares
• Caldas: 3,228 hectares
• Quindío: 1,340 hectares
• Risaralda: 686 hectares
• Cauca Valley: 793 hectares
• Tolima: 104 hectares
• Huila: 125 hectares

Opportunities for the agricultural sector

The expansion of certified Hass avocado export acreage to the United States marks a significant milestone for Colombia. This achievement opens new opportunities for growth and development in the country's agricultural industry, generating higher incomes for producers and creating new jobs in rural areas.

Hass avocado exports to the United States are expected to continue growing in the coming years, driven by high demand for this product in the US market.