Mexico’s main avocado crop is tightening; growers are delaying harvests to prolong the season until the Loca crop begins in July. California and Peruvian stocks will be shipped to help fill orders.

Mexico

• Expect limited supplies of the main crop as the season winds down
• New crop Loca crop supplies will not enter the market until July
• The Loca crop is known for its low oil content and smaller sizes
• Mexican avocados account for 83% of U.S. demand
• Size, grade, and country or origin substitutions may be requested to fill orders
• Expect elevated markets and tight supplies through June

California

• Expect lower volume as California helps fill the void from Mexico
• The California season is past its peak and will wind down in late July
• California avocados account for 10% of the U.S. demand
• Size and grade substitutions may be requested to fill orders
• Expect high prices and low yields through June

Peru

• Volume is low
• The Peruvian season will run through August
• Peruvian avocados account for 7% of the U.S. demand; most is program business

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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