Peru celebrates National Avocado Day with a focus on sustainability and competitiveness

The official recognition highlights the role of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) as a key tool to consolidate the fruit as a flagship product of agricultural exports.

The recent establishment of National Peruvian Avocado Day by the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) highlights the importance of this fruit to the country's economy, culture, and food security. One of the pillars of its success has been the implementation of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), which combines biological control, technical monitoring, cultural practices, and the use of certified products to guarantee the sanitary standards required in international markets.

Thanks to this strategy, the sector has successfully combated pests such as scale insects, brown spider mites, and fruit flies, protecting crop quality and securing new market opportunities. In 2024, Peru exported more than 571,000 tons of avocados to 67 markets, solidifying its position as the world's second-largest exporter, behind Mexico. This growth directly benefits more than 35,000 producers, mostly small farmers organized in cooperatives.

National Avocado Day, officially established on August 6th through Ministerial Resolution No. 0292-2025-MIDAGRI, symbolizes recognition of the collective effort of farmers, technicians, and industry associations. The sector reaffirms that the key to continued growth in the global market will be maintaining competitiveness through sustainable practices, environmental responsibility, and modern phytosanitary management that guarantees the safety of this flagship fruit.

Source: agraria.pe