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Colombia stabilizes its avocado campaign and focuses shipments on Europe

The 2025/26 season shows a more stable curve compared to 2024/25, with a drop in January and a high concentration of shipments to Europe.

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Chile closes with 36 avocado shipments, 97% of which are destined for Latin America

The Chilean campaign is entering its final phase with shipments concentrated in the region. Europe leads the season with 61% of total exports.

Peru grows 59% and sends 62% of its avocado volume to Europe

Peru reaches 787 shipments. Europe accounts for 62% of the volume and Chile increases with 64 recent shipments.

Avocado volume in China falls 8% while prices rise 28%

China accounts for 77 shipments (-8% weekly and -10% year-on-year). Peru dominates with 97%, and prices rise by up to 28% after previous declines.

South Africa and Brazil double the volume of avocados to the European market

Europe reaches 1,051 shipments (+41% vs 2025) with Peru leading the way. South Africa and Brazil double their volume and medium sizes increase by up to 10%.

Avocado volume falls 10% in the US while prices rise by up to 5%

US volume falls 10% but surpasses 2025. California grows 60%, Mexico declines and prices begin to rebound slightly.

Argentina experiences sustained growth with Chilean dominance

The Argentine avocado market is expected to increase its import volume between 2023 and 2026, reinforcing its high dependence on Chilean supply.

Europe faces high supply and pressure for sizes

The European Hass avocado market is entering a phase of abundant supply and stable demand, with strong pressure on smaller sizes and a growing prominence of Peru and Colombia.

California and Peru reconfigure their offerings to compete with Mexico

The Californian campaign is progressing with a late start, while Peru is gradually entering the US market, creating a more competitive and diverse scenario in the second quarter.

Peru reaches 494 shipments and allocates 87% to Europe

Peru reached 494 shipments at the close of week 11, with 87% directed to Europe, consolidating its position as the main supplier and in full growth phase.

China grows 58% in volume and registers a 30% drop in prices

Week 12 in China reaches 84 shipments, with Peru dominating 96% and a sharp price drop of close to 30% in sizes 18-24.

Europe grows 53% year-on-year with a drop in prices by size

Week 12 in Europe maintains stable volume, led by Peru (26%), with falling prices and greater pressure on small sizes.

The US registers high supply: 1,954 arrivals and no price drop

At the close of week 11, 1,954 arrivals were recorded in the U.S., dominated by Mexico, with an increase in California and stable prices after weeks of increases.

First estimate of the Peruvian Hass avocado export campaign 2026

As every year, and a few weeks before the start of the Hass avocado export campaign, the Association of Producers and Exporters of Hass Avocados of Peru – ProHass presents its first estimate for the 2026 campaign.

From avocados to new opportunities: Hass Brazil expands its operations with new crops

The growth of Brazilian fruit farming in the international market has prompted companies to invest not only in production, but also in logistics, post-harvest and product diversification.

Entomopathogenic fungi boost crop health

Baika Colombia is making progress in biological control with fungi, reducing pests, diseases and agrochemicals, improving productivity and sustainability.

Mexico is moving forward with high volumes and price pressure.

The Mexican campaign shows record volumes, low prices and strong demand in the US, in a scenario of high global competition.

Brazil adjusts projections due to increased volumes

Brazil projects a strong increase in shipments from week 12 onwards, with price pressure and Europe absorbing most of the volume.

Rising consumption and new origins mark the Uruguayan market

The Uruguayan avocado market is growing strongly, diversifying its origins and consolidating Brazil as a key player in an increasingly demanding scenario.

HPP: the technology that is redefining the future of Latin American avocados

HPP boosts the added value of Latin American avocados, extending their shelf life and strengthening their global competitiveness.

Peru announces the 5th International Hass Avocado Congress (CIPALTO) 2026 in Trujillo

The event will once again bring together specialists, producers, and companies in the sector to share technical advances in Hass avocado cultivation.

Congress in Ecuador to boost avocado trade

The Avocado Congress in Quito will bring together the regional industry, with a focus on markets and marketing, highlights Santiago Pinto of Interanza.

Peru sends 84% of its shipments to Europe

Europe accounted for 84% of Peruvian avocado shipments in the first weeks of the season, solidifying its position as the main destination for the country's avocados.

China falls to just 9 shipments in week 11

Avocado prices in China fell nearly 20% in week 11 in a market marked by low fruit arrivals.

Peru reaches 20% participation in Europe

Europe recorded 956 shipments in week 11, with Israel and Spain leading the way, while Kenya and Peru doubled their arrivals and Chile saw a 45% drop.

Mexico concentrates 95% of the supply to the US

Mexico accounted for 95% of the supply in the US while avocado prices completed their second consecutive week of increases in the market.

Peru accelerates shipments to China while Chile reduces its presence

Chile's exit from the market and the increase in shipments from Peru anticipate greater supply in China, with possible downward pressure on prices in March.

The 10th Jalisco Avocado Congress will be held in August 2026

The tenth edition of the Jalisco Avocado Congress will take place from August 26 to 28 in Ciudad Guzmán and will bring together key players in the sector.

Avobook and the Avocado Committee strengthen their strategic alliance

The agreement will allow the Committee to access key market data, while Avobook strengthens its informational role and the international projection of its Chilean origin.

The new logic of the avocado: from discarded fruit to industrial value

The development of industries such as oil, freezing and HPP is changing the logic of the avocado: the fruit that was once discarded is now finding new markets and value.

Peru increases its exports in week 9 and reaches 12% of the European market

Peru registers 304 shipments in week 9, with Europe as the main destination and a share close to 12% of the European market.

China receives 68 shipments in week 10, and Peru accounts for 82% of the supply.

China records 68 shipments in week 10, more than double that of 2025. Peru leads with 82% of the supply and prices show an average drop of 6%.

Spain, Israel and Colombia lead the European market after the arrival of 811 shipments

Europe records 811 shipments in week 10, with Spain leading the supply and price adjustments between Rotterdam and the Spanish market.

The US receives 1,427 shipments in week 9, and Mexico maintains 96% of the supply

The United States recorded 1,427 shipments in week 9. Mexico accounted for 96% of the supply, and prices rose by up to 14% in week 10.

Campo San Ignacio: climate and management that sustain avocado and citrus production

With 70 hectares of avocado, mandarin and orange trees, Campo San Ignacio takes advantage of its semi-arid Mediterranean climate to achieve stable production with efficient water management.

Jalisco and its exports outside the U.S.: what the 2025 data reveals

Canada and Japan account for Jalisco's exports outside the U.S., while Asia maintains a relevant role but is still far from the volume absorbed by the U.S. market.

From 30,000 to 60,000 tons: An exceptional year for Brazil or a new standard?

Abacates do Brasil projects strong production growth in a season marked by favorable weather and new installed capacity.

Peru consolidates its power in frozen avocados and accelerates its leadership in IQF.

Peru exported 39,000 tons of frozen avocado in 2025 (+59%) and consolidated its global leadership in IQF, with Sunshine at the forefront.

Chileans are avocado fanatics: per capita consumption reaches a record high of almost 9 kilos in 2025

Year after year, the avocado continues to reaffirm its privileged position on the Chilean table.

Peru increases its exports to 287 shipments and regains prominence in Europe

Peru sends 287 shipments in week 8, with a strong weekly increase and a focus on Europe. It is regaining momentum and has reached 11% of the European market.

China doubles arrivals to 64 shipments and maintains stable prices since the beginning of the year

Shipments to China are doubling and exceeding 2025 targets by 60%. Peru leads with 75%, and prices remain firm without any drops since January.

Europe receives 753 shipments, with Spain leading the way and prices in Rotterdam falling by up to 12%.

Arrivals are down 8% weekly but are 12% higher than in 2025. Spain leads with 28% and prices in Rotterdam fall between 8% and 12%.

The U.S. receives 1,606 shipments, with Mexico accounting for 99% of the market.

Shipments are growing 2% weekly and 7% year-on-year in the US, with Mexico dominating 99% and an expected price rebound in March.

Peru and its key windows: five years of adjustments in exports

Peruvian avocados reached their peak between weeks 20 and 40, with early sales in the US and increased commercial activity in Europe.

Avocado industrialization: the path to inclusion for small producers

The avocado agro-industry expands markets, reduces waste, and strengthens cooperatives in productive integration.

Giovanni Cavaletto: Four decades in the transformation of the US avocado market

From family orchards in California to a 3 billion pound market, the executive analyzes the present of the sector, the pressure of supply and the strategic role of sustainability.

Ramadan month and Moroccan avocados: domestic consumption increases while exports to Europe decrease

Ramadan boosts domestic avocado consumption in Morocco. This holy period coincides with a reduction in export volumes to Europe, a trend that appears to be reinforced by the progressive increase in domestic consumption during this time. This analysis combines data from Avobook and comments from Yassin Chaib, a Moroccan market operator.

Peru dispatches 106 shipments and reduces its shipments by 27%.

Week 7 recorded 106 departures from Peru, 27% less than the previous week, with Europe accounting for 93% of the exported volume.

China receives 32 shipments, a 35% drop compared to the previous week

Week 8 in China records 32 shipments, 35% less than the previous week, with Chile contributing 84% of the total volume.

Chile and Peru drive weekly gains in Europe

Week 8 saw 794 arrivals to Europe, 7% more than the previous week and 24% higher than the 2025 figure, with Colombia, Spain, and Israel leading the way.