Countries by Avocado production
Avocados are a nutrient-rich fruit that has gained global popularity due to their health benefits and versatile uses in recipes. They thrive in tropical and subtropical climates where temperatures and humidity create optimal growing conditions. According to the latest 2023 data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) stats database, the global avocado production continues to rise, reflecting the increasing demand for this creamy and delicious fruit.
Global Avocado Production
In 2023, the global avocado production reached approximately 10.5 million tonnes. This marks a significant growth trend compared to the early 1960s, where production was around 716,000 tonnes. Such an increase demonstrates the avocados' rising popularity and demand worldwide. From 1961 to 2023, there has been over a 14-fold increase in production, with the most recent years seeing a notable surge in growth.
Avocado Production by Country
- Mexico - approximately 3 million tonnes, making it the world's top avocado producer.
- Colombia - around 1.1 million tonnes, contributing significantly to the global supply.
- Dominican Republic - about 1 million tonnes, known for its high-quality avocados.
- Peru - close to 983,000 tonnes, a major player in the avocado export market.
- Canada - According to FAO stats, Canada does not produce avocados, as the climate is not conducive for large-scale cultivation.
| Country | Production (tonnes) | Production per Person (kg) | Harvested Area (ha) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Mexico |
2,973,344.42 | 23.837 | 253,309 | 11.738 |
 Colombia |
1,085,765.75 | 21.746 | 106,714 | 10.175 |
 Dominican Republic |
1,016,834.74 | 99.047 | 47,886 | 21.234 |
 Peru |
982,558.94 | 31.455 | 63,078 | 15.577 |
 Indonesia |
874,046.49 | 3.298 | 65,177 | 13.41 |
 Kenya |
542,277.78 | 10.643 | 33,428 | 16.222 |
 Brazil |
422,545 | 2.017 | 22,697 | 18.617 |
 Haiti |
194,896.47 | 17.538 | 33,835 | 5.76 |
 Vietnam |
189,437.05 | 2.001 | 16,471 | 11.501 |
 Israel |
177,001 | 19.87 | 13,996 | 12.647 |
 Chile |
168,530.99 | 9.59 | 33,010 | 5.105 |
 Ethiopia |
167,556.71 | 1.558 | 29,206 | 5.737 |
 Venezuela |
131,786.55 | 4.141 | 10,998 | 11.983 |
 China |
124,780 | 0.09 | 13,500 | 9.243 |
 Morocco |
118,666 | 3.412 | 11,451 | 10.363 |
 United States of America |
116,890 | 0.357 | 21,117 | 5.535 |
 Australia |
115,384.84 | 4.606 | 19,137 | 6.029 |
 South Africa |
108,880.28 | 1.886 | 22,053 | 4.937 |
 Malawi |
94,334.06 | 5.261 | 17,967 | 5.25 |
 Zimbabwe |
91,017.31 | 6.13 | 2,304 | 39.504 |
 Spain |
86,800 | 1.86 | 20,040 | 4.331 |
 Cameroon |
77,390.07 | 3.252 | 16,761 | 4.617 |
 Congo-Kinshasa |
61,726.42 | 0.759 | 9,210 | 6.702 |
 Angola |
58,231 | 1.991 | 4,887 | 11.915 |
 Guatemala |
51,902.36 | 3 | 4,956 | 10.473 |
 New Zealand |
42,695.84 | 8.711 | 5,283 | 8.082 |
 Turkey |
38,462 | 0.451 | 4,721 | 8.147 |
 Côte d'Ivoire |
37,350.12 | 1.5 | 5,272 | 7.085 |
 Portugal |
33,580 | 3.263 | 3,580 | 9.38 |
 Madagascar |
27,543.37 | 1.049 | 3,388 | 8.13 |
 Ecuador |
26,523.59 | 1.554 | 4,550 | 5.829 |
 Lebanon |
20,306.59 | 3.332 | 1,797 | 11.3 |
 Philippines |
18,884.84 | 0.177 | 5,344 | 3.534 |
 El Salvador |
17,349.77 | 2.612 | 575 | 30.174 |
 Greece |
15,950 | 1.481 | 2,660 | 5.996 |
 Paraguay |
15,701.17 | 2.226 | 2,573 | 6.102 |
 Costa Rica |
15,387.49 | 3.075 | 2,816 | 5.464 |
 Bolivia |
12,629.53 | 1.117 | 2,321 | 5.441 |
 Sri Lanka |
12,238 | 0.571 | 3,582 | 3.417 |
 Panama |
11,263.83 | 2.708 | 398 | 28.301 |
 Congo-Brazzaville |
9,486.68 | 1.757 | 1,234 | 7.688 |
 Ghana |
9,427.44 | 0.318 | 2,055 | 4.588 |
 Central African Republic |
8,876.62 | 1.874 | 1,228 | 7.229 |
 Rwanda |
6,766.8 | 0.564 | 906 | 7.469 |
 Vanuatu |
5,600 | 18.391 | 700 | 8 |
 East Timor |
4,401.52 | 3.489 | 345 | 12.758 |
 Argentina |
4,117.03 | 0.093 | 572 | 7.198 |
 Palestinian Territories |
3,658.09 | 0.804 | 137 | 26.701 |
 Cuba |
3,536.25 | 0.315 | 276 | 12.812 |
 Jamaica |
2,365.88 | 0.867 | 359 | 6.59 |
 Honduras |
2,160.14 | 0.24 | 540 | 4 |
 Grenada |
1,551.32 | 15.014 | 282 | 5.501 |
 Samoa |
1,440.14 | 7.235 | 47 | 30.641 |
 The Bahamas |
1,434.6 | 3.762 | 112 | 12.809 |
 France |
1,210 | 0.018 | 150 | 8.067 |
 Cyprus |
1,180 | 1.38 | 180 | 6.556 |
 Dominica |
1,079.21 | 15.138 | 213 | 5.067 |
 Bosnia and Herzegovina |
1,037.4 | 0.274 | 305 | 3.401 |
 Egypt |
903 | 0.009 | 180 | 5.017 |
 Swaziland |
887.65 | 0.766 | 146 | 6.08 |
 Barbados |
510 | 1.781 | 105 | 4.857 |
 Guyana |
423.14 | 0.541 | 575 | 0.736 |
 Malaysia |
402.9 | 0.012 | 232 | 1.737 |
 Tunisia |
336.49 | 0.029 | 31 | 10.855 |
 Saint Lucia |
246 | 1.376 | 33 | 7.455 |
 Fiji |
211 | 0.238 | 26 | 8.115 |
 Bhutan |
192.06 | 0.264 | 84 | 2.286 |
 Suriname |
98.67 | 0.174 | 7 | 14.096 |
 Trinidad and Tobago |
51.26 | 0.038 | 3 | 17.087 |
 Cook Islands |
21.1 | 1.134 | 5 | 4.22 |
 Seychelles |
12.48 | 0.132 | 1 | 12.48 |
Top Avocado Producing Countries by Share
- Mexico accounts for around 28.4% of the global avocado production, underscoring its dominance in the market.
- Colombia contributes to 10.4% of the world production, making it a key supplier.
- Dominican Republic holds a 9.7% share in global production, showcasing its significant role.
- Peru's share is about 9.4%, illustrating its substantial contribution to global avocado supply.
