In 2021, South African avocado exports experienced a 12% growth, totaling 52,795 tons with a value of USD 113 million, marking a 12% increase in volume and a 47% increase in value compared to the previous year. This growth placed South Africa as the eighth largest global supplier, displacing the Dominican Republic with a 2% share of the market. The demand for South African avocados surged by 20%, leading to a 31% increase in price due to a supply shortage. The Netherlands and the United Kingdom were the primary markets for these avocados, with the UK paying the highest price per kilogram at USD 2.20.