Colombia expects to more than triple its Hass avocado shipments to the United States this year

Colombian Hass Avocados are experiencing an unprecedented expansion moment. With nearly 55,000 hectares planted and 39,000 already in production, the country seeks to become one of the world's major suppliers. The United States is consolidating itself as a key market, without losing sight of Europe, Latin America, and domestic consumption growth. Katheryn Mejía Vergel, executive president of the Colombian Hass Avocado Producers and Exporters Corporation (Corpohass), highlighted the entry into the US market, where exports are expected to triple by the end of 2025, rising from 15% to 50% of the national total. She commented that the Colombian Hass avocado sector is growing and expanding. "This year we entered the US market with great strength and determination, a market that knows how to eat this fruit, which is growing and has accepted Colombian avocados very positively". This does not mean neglecting other markets such as the European market, which is also very important for ...