Week 50 in Colombia closes with record shipments: 250 containers exceed expectations

Week 50 marked a new milestone in avocado exports, with 250 containers shipped, exceeding projections. This 15% increase over the previous week reinforces the upward trend, noting that the week before had already surpassed the 200-container mark.

The distribution of these shipments reveals that Europe remains the primary market, absorbing almost two-thirds of the total, while the United States receives the remaining third. Throughout 2024, Europe maintained its dominant position, receiving 73% of total shipments, compared to 27% destined for the United States. Latin America, meanwhile, accounts for less than 1% of exports, and this proportion is not expected to change significantly in the coming season, barring extraordinary circumstances.

As we move into the first weeks of 2025, a gradual decrease in export volumes is anticipated, marking the beginning of the seasonal decline that traditionally ends in late March.

The 2024 performance reflects the stability of European markets as a priority destination, consolidating their relevance in the export strategy, while the United States maintains a significant share. The trend points to a similar dynamic in the coming season, reinforcing Europe's position as the main recipient of avocados in international trade.

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