Supplies of Colombian avocados in the U.S. will be up significantly this year compared to 2024, according to the Colombia Avocado Board.
Approximately 82 million pounds of Colombian avocados were shipped to the U.S., through June 2025, representing a 115% increase over the 38 million pounds shipped over the same period in 2024.
Exports to the U.S. in 2025 are currently projected to reach 165 million pounds, up from 80 million pounds last year.
The growth is attributed to maturing groves, higher yields, an increase in certified acreage and packing facilities authorized to export to the U.S. market.
In addition, a larger share of Colombia’s hass avocado exports is now directed to the U.S. market — about 40% of total exports this year compared to 22% in 2024.
Columbia has two growing seasons, resulting in shipments of avocados to the U.S. market the year-round. The main season runs from approximately September to March, and the traviesa season spans March to August/September, he says.
Volume is expected to decrease in September and October as the traviesa season ends, but supplies will build during the main season with peak volume expected in January and February.
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