The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) projects Mexican avocado exports will reach $4 billion in 2025. In 2024, exports reached a record $3.78 billion, a 20.1% increase over 2023.
The USDA estimates Mexico will export 1.34 million metric tons of avocados in 2025, a 5% year-on-year increase to meet growing international demand, mainly from the United States. In 2024, the estimated volume was 1.28 million metric tons, a 9% decrease over 2023, due to logistics costs and harvest fluctuations. Mexico exported 1.07 million tons of avocados to the U.S. in 2024, 5% less than in the previous year.
The U.S. market accounts for more than 80% of Mexico's total avocado exports, followed by Canada (7%) and Japan (3%). The export season peaks from December to February, driven by events such as the Super Bowl. Mexico supplied approximately 88% of the avocados that the U.S. imported in 2024.
Export markets prefer Hass avocados for their flavor, texture, and durability. In 2024, avocados were Mexico's third most important agricultural export, after beer and tequila, surpassing berries and tomatoes.
Mexico imports avocados mainly from Peru and Colombia to meet domestic demand during periods of low production. This year, Mexico expects to import 3,800 metric tons of avocados, a lower volume than the 4,200 metric tons in 2024, due to stable production growth and moderate consumption.
Mexico expects to produce 2.75 million metric tons of avocados in 2025, +3% over 2024, thanks to favorable growing conditions and improved agricultural practices. The planted area will remain at 256,500 hectares, aligned with land-use regulations and a deforestation-free certification program in Michoacán.
According to the Agricultural Food and Fisheries Information Service (SIAP), 256,200 hectares were devoted to avocado production in 2024, 1% less than in 2023. In the last five years, production has grown, especially in the Jalisco Valley, where producers have diversified their crops and planted avocados.
Source: eleconomista.com.mx
