Avocado Production by Country (2025)
๐ World's Leading Avocado Producers
Mexico dominates global avocado production with 3.4 million tonnes projected for 2025, representing over 50% of worldwide output. Peru and Colombia follow as major producers, each exceeding 1 million tonnes annually. The avocado market has experienced explosive growth, with production nearly doubling in many regions since 2018.
ย Mexico's avocado production continues its remarkable ascent, projected to reach 3.4 million tonnes in 2025, up from 2.18 million in 2018. This 56% growth reflects massive investment in cultivation, particularly in Michoacรกn state. Mexico supplies the majority of global avocado exports, dominating markets in North America, Europe, and Asia. Peru demonstrates spectacular growth, projected at 1.1 million tonnes for 2025, more than doubling from 504,840 tonnes in 2018. Colombia shows even more dramatic expansion, surging from 445,075 to 1.08 million tonnes. Brazil's production explodes to 507,418 tonnes, nearly doubling since 2018. The Dominican Republic emerges as a major player with 1.25 million tonnes projected. Kenya leads African production with 643,956 tonnes projected for 2025, more than doubling from 233,933 in 2018. Indonesia shows remarkable growth reaching 882,093 tonnes. Morocco demonstrates strong momentum, jumping from 51,170 to 138,412 tonnes. Ethiopia, despite volatility, maintains significant production at 164,449 tonnes. Spain remains Europe's largest producer with 69,470 tonnes projected, though declining from 89,590 in 2018. Israel shows strong growth reaching 160,668 tonnes. Portugal emerges as a new player with 42,170 tonnes. Greece demonstrates impressive expansion from 6,530 to 17,800 tonnes, reflecting Mediterranean climate advantages. The United States faces significant decline, dropping from 168,530 tonnes in 2018 to 98,180 projected for 2025, reflecting water scarcity and competition from imports. Guatemala shows dramatic decline to 46,198 tonnes from 134,353, likely due to shifting to other crops. Sri Lanka production falls to 10,241 from 22,744 tonnes. Turkey demonstrates explosive growth potential, surging from 3,164 tonnes in 2018 to 26,762 projected for 2025. Australia shows remarkable expansion reaching 133,823 tonnes, more than doubling since 2018. Vietnam grows substantially to 159,379 tonnes. These emerging markets reflect global demand for avocados and favorable growing conditions. Global avocado production continues explosive growth driven by health trends and rising consumer demand. Latin America maintains dominance while African and Asian markets expand rapidly. Climate challenges, water availability, and sustainable farming practices will shape future production. The industry faces pressure to balance growth with environmental sustainability and fair labor practices.๐ฅ Global Avocado Production: 2018-2025 Forecast
Avocado Production by Country (2025)
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1
3,406,013
2,184,663
2,300,889
2,393,849
2,442,945
2,540,715
2,973,344
2
1,254,871
644,603
665,652
620,087
634,368
737,201
1,016,835
3
1,104,224
504,840
571,992
672,232
776,651
861,294
982,559
4
1,080,432
445,075
535,021
829,147
979,618
1,090,664
1,085,766
5
882,093
410,084
461,613
609,049
669,000
866,000
874,047
6
643,956
233,933
264,032
322,556
416,803
441,600
542,278
7
507,418
236,177
242,723
267,059
300,874
337,868
422,545
8
218,226
254,825
198,976
171,984
170,000
171,433
194,897
9
169,637
135,000
148,346
160,033
167,775
166,623
168,531
10
164,449
84,794
104,492
245,336
193,400
161,292
167,557
11
160,668
131,720
138,766
147,000
165,000
189,667
177,001
12
159,379
77,874
110,520
158,889
213,007
210,544
189,437
13
140,172
113,121
106,830
115,620
124,780
135,860
138,066
14
138,412
51,170
54,576
69,940
82,369
98,720
118,666
15
134,524
118,017
130,109
128,694
129,738
128,611
131,787
16
133,823
63,486
79,533
77,295
85,986
96,947
115,385
17
112,962
127,568
83,623
84,775
82,677
103,602
108,880
18
98,180
168,530
122,670
187,434
137,060
142,290
116,890
19
94,590
92,239
93,277
93,532
93,823
94,079
94,334
20
82,346
47,370
59,488
84,091
93,280
96,348
91,017
21
77,411
74,946
75,953
77,335
77,804
77,031
77,390
22
69,470
89,590
97,730
99,070
116,770
105,930
86,800
23
61,608
62,292
62,167
62,093
62,012
61,845
61,726
24
61,343
50,087
51,910
52,488
53,271
55,119
58,231
25
46,198
134,353
128,422
132,909
135,671
150,789
51,902
26
43,443
32,865
34,351
38,339
37,976
41,950
42,696
27
42,170
0
13,370
16,560
20,170
25,790
33,580
28
37,278
37,157
37,881
37,166
37,401
37,483
37,350
29
27,698
26,744
27,000
27,190
27,236
27,389
27,543
30
26,762
3,164
4,209
5,923
9,081
40,181
38,462
31
25,487
18,232
26,408
20,353
42,492
26,440
26,524
32
21,657
18,503
18,461
18,699
18,955
19,306
20,307
33
18,309
11,376
17,354
13,286
12,997
12,466
15,388
34
17,800
6,530
9,380
9,570
12,760
13,890
15,950
35
17,692
19,443
19,597
20,055
19,875
20,077
18,885
36
15,771
15,038
14,832
15,479
15,561
15,631
15,701
37
12,745
12,452
12,690
12,477
12,443
12,514
12,630
38
12,275
41,011
40,613
28,559
38,568
21,377
17,350
39
11,634
8,358
10,781
13,000
10,593
10,107
11,264
40
10,241
22,744
22,446
19,274
14,941
14,245
12,238
41
9,511
9,159
9,228
9,491
9,547
9,422
9,487
42
9,414
9,212
9,317
9,419
9,463
9,400
9,427
43
9,129
7,378
7,876
8,572
8,685
8,577
8,877
44
7,555
8,598
6,601
6,478
5,950
5,838
6,767
45
5,594
0
0
0
0
5,606
5,600
46
4,395
4,379
4,461
4,381
4,407
4,416
4,402
47
4,129
4,044
4,057
4,088
4,093
4,105
4,117
48
3,533
3,504
3,553
3,537
3,531
3,541
3,536
49
3,377
800
1,857
2,691
6,931
3,295
3,658
50
2,360
2,456
2,400
2,369
2,354
2,374
2,366
51
2,147
2,136
2,314
2,099
2,183
2,199
2,160
52
1,551
1,548
1,548
1,549
1,552
1,552
1,551
53
1,437
1,427
1,458
1,427
1,437
1,440
1,435
54
1,434
1,432
1,464
1,432
1,443
1,446
1,440
55
1,297
2,460
2,080
1,080
1,100
1,080
1,210
56
1,090
950
910
1,160
1,210
1,310
1,180
57
1,064
1,035
1,036
1,063
1,080
1,095
1,079
58
1,037
1,037
1,036
1,036
1,039
1,038
1,037
59
899
0
0
0
1,050
894
903
60
886
885
898
884
889
890
888
61
840
431
652
844
950
1,617
1,064
62
517
495
497
499
501
504
510
63
454
8,586
9,213
7,884
1,496
392
423
64
354
223
122
210
269
458
403
65
335
335
341
335
337
338
337
66
248
55
61
112
73
136
192
67
225
0
0
160
251
263
211
68
196
335
344
265
304
340
246
69
139
123
127
100
151
130
135
70
98
0
57
111
100
99
99
71
50
58
57
56
55
53
51
72
21
21
21
21
21
21
21
73
13
12
12
12
13
13
13
๐ Mexico's Unrivaled Leadership
๐ Latin American Powerhouses
๐ African and Asian Market Expansion
๐ช๐บ European and Middle Eastern Production
๐ Declining Markets
๐ Emerging Opportunities
๐ฎ Market Outlook
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which country produces the most avocados in the world?
A: Mexico is the undisputed global leader in avocado production with 3,406,013 tonnes projected for 2025, accounting for over 50% of worldwide output. Peru ranks second with 1,104,224 tonnes, followed by Colombia at 1,080,432 tonnes. Mexico's production has grown 56% since 2018, driven by massive cultivation expansion in Michoacรกn and other regions, making it the primary supplier to international markets.
Q: How are 2025 avocado production forecasts calculated?
A: The 2025 forecasts use Weighted Moving Average (WMA) methodology, assigning 50% weight to 2023 data, 30% to 2022, and 20% to 2021. This is combined with compound annual growth rate (CAGR) analysis to project two-year trends. Countries showing high volatility (over 100% variance) receive conservative estimates based on 3-year median values to ensure realistic projections.
Data Disclaimer: Projected data (future years) are estimates based on mathematical models. Actual values may differ. Learn about our methodology โ
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Updated: 31.10.2025https://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/QCL
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