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Brazilian avocados in Europe: record-breaking shipments in 2026

With a growth of 67% compared to the previous season, the South American origin is revolutionizing the European market and registering unprecedented figures.

Baika scales up AI use to over 2,000 hectares in Chile

Together with the Neutral Farming Agricultural Co-Pilot, the company optimizes on-site management, achieving savings of up to 30% in water use.

Miguel Bauza: "The Argentine market chooses Chilean avocados"

A deep dive into the complex transition of origins, the logistical hurdles at the border, and the impact of the recession on consumption.

Mexico consolidates its dominance in the US market.

The strong flow of avocados from Mexico will lead the US market in 2026, reordering the share of other global origins.

Avocado season in Peru: impact of Super Niño

High temperatures are accelerating fruit ripening in the field. Experts anticipate a concentration of supply and an early end to the season.

Avocado production in Ecuador: impact of continuous flowering

Ecuador's stable climate allows for overlapping blooms, offering a window of continuous supply but with greater technical challenges.

The avocado market enters a phase of stability as expectations for Mexico grow

After weeks of various movements, the key issues of this week could be summarized under the name of "stability and expectations," because it is the situation that best describes the two largest avocado markets: the United States and Europe.

Peru reaches record weekly shipments with a focus on Europe

The Peruvian campaign achieves its highest volume so far in the 2026 season, reaffirming the strategic relevance of the Old Continent.

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Avocado prices in China show slight improvement, but remain below 2025 levels.

Shipments to Asia have recovered strongly after overcoming logistical hurdles, although prices are still below last year's levels.

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Peruvian origin consolidates its dominance in the European market

Imports are growing compared to 2025 and Peruvian fruit is registering slight price increases in Rotterdam.

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Prices falling in the US due to the coexistence of Mexican campaigns

Supply varies in the US market, registering drops in weekly shipments, while smaller sizes increase in value.

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“Sales are growing in almost every market in the United States”

This is the warning from the president of the Hass Avocado Board, who points out that the record number of avocados in the United States has driven massive promotions, which are expanding consumption.

How to protect avocado orchards from El Niño in Colombia

Colombia curbs drought and heat in avocados with plant covers, water reservoirs, foliar protectors and stress-relieving nutrition.

Sensors and AI transform avocado management

AI processes sensor data in orchards to predict situations of water stress, nutritional stress or diseases weeks before they become visible.

European avocado market: prices, imports and trends

Record in Europe: 21,500 containers of avocados enter in 23 weeks, putting downward pressure on large sizes and upward pressure on small sizes.

Baika Colombia inaugurates avocado packing plant

Located in El Retiro, Antioquia (2,000m²), it processes 10-14 t/h and stores 7 containers of avocado daily to boost its export.

Peruvian avocado exports: Europe receives 60%

Despite a slight decrease in shipments, Peru leads the export market. The market is diversifying, but Europe remains the largest importer of its fruit.

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Avocado imports in China fall 70% weekly

A sharp drop in shipments to Asia reflects the high variability of its ports. Despite the decline, Peru remains the leading exporter.

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Avocado imports in Europe fall 17%, but are expected to exceed 2025 levels.

Peru leads exports despite a weekly decline. Revenues exceed those of week 23 of 2025, and prices are falling, except for small sizes.

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Avocado prices fall due to increased imports in the US.

Increased avocado supply is putting downward pressure on prices in [country name], where weekly shipments are growing, led by exports from Mexico.

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Avocados from Jalisco are betting on quality to face the new global competitive landscape.

Mexican avocado volumes reach historic levels and prices face constant pressure.

Europe deepens decline in large calibers since week 16

The 2026 season has shown narrower price differences between sizes compared to previous years. However, Europe is beginning to show increased pressure on larger sizes, while the United States maintains a more balanced pricing structure.

Chilean avocados close the 2025-2026 season with 265,000 tons of production, exceeding initial estimates

Chilean Hass avocados exceeded initial industry estimates and consolidate a new production floor for the industry.

Argentina faces supply pressure due to Peruvian boom

The sustained growth of imports and the increase in Peruvian, Brazilian and Chilean fruit are putting pressure on avocado prices in Argentina.

Peru surpasses 1,400 containers and reinforces its leadership in Europe

Peruvian shipments grew compared to the previous week and last year, consolidating Europe as their main destination.

China imports more than in 2025, but prices plummet 70%.

Imports are exceeding last year's levels, while prices have been falling for four consecutive weeks.

Europe receives 1,249 containers and Peru accounts for 66% of the market

Imports are growing compared to 2025, while large sizes are beginning to lose value due to greater fruit availability.

A turbulent week for Mexican avocados, with prices pushing size 48 up to US$63

Imports fell 12.4% in the United States, while Mexico experienced a very volatile week of prices.

Baika Colombia is committed to assisted pollination in 450 hectares

The company, together with Biopollen, implemented a pollen application program in its fields in Colombia to improve fruit set and increase the productivity of the Hass avocado crop.

President of APEAJAL: “We are working to open the Korean and Chinese markets”

Saúl Medina Tejeda, president of the Association of Avocado Producers and Exporters of Jalisco (APEAJAL), explains how they will continue to represent 12% of shipments from Mexico to the United States.

Avocado in China, Japan and South Korea: a market where suppliers are reorganizing

While Peru maintains a strong hold in China, Japan is experiencing a structural change with Jalisco's rise over Michoacán, and Chile continues to gain ground in South Korea in a season marked by strong variations in avocado arrivals and a growing redistribution among suppliers.

Avocado market after May 5: prices remain low and fruit volume remains high

Prices for a 25-pound box remain at almost half of 2025 levels, and the industry anticipates weeks of continued high supply of avocados from Mexico, California, and Peru.

Peru doubles its avocado shipments to Chile

The increase is due to the return of more typical volumes from Peru, after a 2025 season marked by low revenues.

Avocado Africa 2026 brings together the global industry in Nairobi

The congress is taking place this week in Kenya with a focus on avocado production, logistics, technology and exports.

Peru increases its shipments by 12.5%, and Europe accounts for 63%.

The Peruvian industry reached 1,324 shipments in week 20, with Europe as the main destination and a greater presence from the United States.

China's prices fall 60% from their peak in week 18

Imported shipments rose to 168 in week 21, while prices completed three consecutive weeks of decline.

Europe's imports rise 39%, while large calibers decline

Peru accounted for 65% of the European market, while large sizes continue to register declines in Spain and Rotterdam.

Caliber 48 reaches US$41.5 and sets a record in 2026

The United States received 1,571 shipments in week 20, while all calibers reached their highest prices of the year.

South Africa adjusts its strategy to maintain its place in Europe

With sustained growth and price pressure, the industry is focusing on commercial opportunities and new markets. SubTrop President Derek Donkin explained this to Avomagazine.

Sigfrido Fruit, the premium avocado that is conquering Europe

In the premium avocado sector, building a strong brand in Europe requires much more than simply offering a good product. It demands consistency, adaptability, market knowledge, and, above all, strategic alliances capable of guaranteeing quality, regularity, and reliability year-round.

The Jalisco Avocado Congress 2026 will bring together global market leaders

The official program of the meeting will cover international markets, genetics, sustainability, productivity and health of the Hass avocado.

Hass avocado sizes: how they are classified and what they mean for the market

The global Hass avocado industry uses a sizing system that defines sizes, prices, and market destinations. Europe and the United States use different nomenclatures, while countries like Peru, Mexico, and South Africa are known for producing specific types of fruit.

Small calibers are losing ground in Europe

The surge in shipments hit the 28 and 32 calibers the hardest, while the larger sizes withstood the pressure better.

Peru sends 1,126 shipments and allocates 72% of its fruit to Europe

Week 19 showed a slight decrease in Peruvian shipments, although Europe consolidated its leadership as the main destination and Peru reinforced its dominance in that market.

Avocado arrivals to China fall 83% in week 20

Week 20 saw only 22 avocado shipments, all from Peru, while prices continued to adjust downwards in the main sizes.

Europe receives 1,219 shipments and Peru reaches 68% of the market

Week 20 showed a 22% year-on-year increase in avocado arrivals to Europe, while Rotterdam recorded further price drops in almost all sizes.

Consumption drives up avocado prices in the US

The US market maintains stable volumes, with Mexico leading the supply and active demand sustaining the rise in sizes 48 and 60.

Brazil projects exceeding 40,000 tons of avocado exports in 2026

The South American country expects to end the year with a 35% increase in its shipments, driven by better weather conditions, new production areas and greater demand from Europe and South America.

Colombia now has 42,000 hectares of Hass avocados

Orchard renewal, a smaller off-season harvest, and rising labor and fertilizer costs mark a period of adjustment for Colombian-grown coffee.

Europe receives 14.6% more avocados so far in 2026

Between weeks 1 and 19, arrivals reached 16,799 units. Peru, Colombia, and Chile are gaining ground, while Morocco and Kenya are losing ground.

17,000 hectares drive avocado growth in Morocco

Proximity to Europe, a six-month campaign, and 70,000 tons exported strengthen the positioning of Moroccan avocados.