Chilean avocado industry continues to flourish

In this installment of the Agronometrics in Charts series, Sarah Ilyas studies the seasonal state of the Chilean avocado industry. Each week, the series looks at a different horticultural commodity, focusing on a specific origin or topic and visualizing the market factors driving change. Chile has been growing commercial avocado varieties for nearly a century, with significant expansion beginning in the late 1980s due to increased global demand. Although the country continues to produce other varieties for the domestic market, the majority of its production is now focused on Hass. The Hass avocado remains the most widely grown variety for its creamy texture and high oil content, characteristics highly valued by consumers. In fact, more than 99% of Chilean avocado exports are of the Hass variety, available between September and March. According to the USDA, the Chilean avocado industry is experiencing significant growth due to favorable weather conditions in the 2024/2025 season. ...