During the close of week 31, the U.S. market registered approximately 1,348 containers and trucks of avocados entering from various origins, representing a decrease of 8% and 5%, respectively, compared to the same period last year. The supply consisted of 59% Mexican fruit, 25% from Peru, 11% from California, and 5% from Colombia.

Compared to the previous week, only Peru showed an increase in shipments, with a 9% rise. All other origins registered declines: Mexico fell by 8%, California by 30%, and Colombia by 21%.

Regarding prices, a general decrease was observed in all calibers, except for the 84, which remained stable. The most significant drop was in the 70 caliber, with a decrease of 7%, followed by the larger calibers (32 to 40) which fell by 6%.

Regarding production prospects, Antonio Villaseñor noted that recent rains in Michoacán could favor an increase in the size and weight of the fruit, as well as a greater volume if conditions persist. From California, Gary Clevenger anticipated that prices could improve toward mid- or late August, once the volume from Peru decreases.

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