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U.S. - Avocados - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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U.S. - Avocados - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Apr 3, 2023

Avocado Price in America Increases by 2% to $1,787 per Ton

U.S. Avocado Import Price in January 2023

In January 2023, the avocado price stood at $1,787 per ton (CIF, US), rising by 1.7% against the previous month. In general, the import price, however, recorded a perceptible slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in April 2022 when the average import price increased by 23% m-o-m. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $4,331 per ton. From May 2022 to January 2023, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Mexico ($1,804 per ton), while the price for the Dominican Republic stood at $1,201 per ton.

From January 2022 to January 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Dominican Republic (-0.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

U.S. Avocado Imports

In January 2023, the amount of avocados imported into the United States reached 125K tons, with an increase of 10% against the month before. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 37% against the previous month. Imports peaked in January 2023.

In value terms, avocado imports rose remarkably to $223M (IndexBox estimates) in January 2023. Overall, imports, however, saw a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2022 with an increase of 49% against the previous month. Imports peaked at 364K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to January 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.

U.S. Avocado Imports by Country

In January 2023, Mexico (119K tons) was the main supplier of avocado to the United States, with a 96% share of total imports. Moreover, avocado imports from Mexico exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Dominican Republic (4.3K tons), more than tenfold. From January 2022 to January 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of volume from Mexico was relatively modest.

In value terms, Mexico ($215M) constituted the largest supplier of avocado to the United States, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Dominican Republic ($5.1M), with a 2.3% share of total imports. From January 2022 to January 2023, the average monthly growth rate of value from Mexico amounted to -4.1%.

What's behind the price increase?

One major factor is the continued rise in demand for avocados in the United States. As consumers become increasingly health-conscious and seek out fresh and nutritious foods, avocados have emerged as a popular choice. From avocado toast to guacamole, Americans can't seem to get enough of the green fruit.

However, supply has struggled to keep up with demand as farmers struggle with labor shortages and weather-related issues such as drought and wildfires. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted supply chains, leading to shortages in some locations and higher prices overall.

Another factor contributing to the increase in avocado prices is the impact of global trade policies. Trade tensions between the US and Mexico, which supplies over 80% of avocados to the US market, have disrupted supply chains and led to temporary spikes in prices.

Despite the higher prices, experts predict that demand for avocados will continue to grow, driven by increasing interest in healthy eating and the versatile nature of the fruit. However, it remains to be seen what impact ongoing supply and trade issues will have on prices in the long term.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the avocado market in the U.S.. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 572 - Avocados

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Yield And Growth
    16. Exports And Growth
    17. Export Prices And Growth
    18. Market Size And Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports And Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
    25. Yield, 2012–2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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