Mexico is a main avocado producer and consumer

Published 2024년 9월 30일

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The article by the Association of Avocado Exporters and Producers of Jalisco, A.C. (Apeajeal) discusses the global demand and production of avocados, highlighting Mexico as the leading producer with 35% of the world's supply. In 2024, Jalisco's avocados will primarily be exported to the United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, and other regions. Despite high export volumes, Mexico also consumes a significant amount of avocados domestically, with 1.5 million tons consumed in 2022. The article stresses the importance of maintaining high quality and safety standards in the national market to support the industry. Additionally, the Global Avocado Summit, organized by the Chilean Avocado Committee and Yentzen Group, is scheduled for November 21 at the Casino Monticello event center.

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By the Association of Avocado Exporters and Producers of Jalisco, A.C. (Apeajeal) The avocado, known for its flavor and nutritional content, rich in unsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants, has become one of the most coveted fruits worldwide. Currently, Mexico produces approximately 35% of the fruit worldwide, with the United States being its main export destination. In Jalisco, by 2024, exports have been concentrated to the following destinations: 48% to the United States, 22% to Canada, 20% to Japan, 8% to Europe, and 2% to other destinations (Middle East, Asia, Latin America). Although much of the production is destined for export, Mexico, as the country of origin of the avocado, is a large consumer of this fruit, which was among the main foods of the Mesoamerican populations; There were populations dedicated to the cultivation of avocado and today it remains a favorite of Mexicans, and a symbol of Mexican gastronomy. Despite this, a study by Morales and Alba of the UNAM ...

Source: MXfruit