European avocado imports saw a slight 1.5% decrease during week 39, intelligence firm Avobook stated in its latest report. However, Chilean supplies increased by 14% as the South American country’s production rose.

Additionally, Colombian avocado exports to Europe are projected to grow in the coming weeks of October. Prices are expected to rise as well.

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Meanwhile, imports decreased by 10% in the U.S. market compared to the previous week. This also represents a 24% drop year-on-year. Mexico continues to dominate the market, accounting for 87% of shipments. 

California avocados took a 5% share, while Chilean fruit accounted for 2.8% of shipments, noting a 28% uptick year-on-year.

In the Chinese market, Chilean avocados are the leading imports, with a 55% share of the total volume. This is the first time Chilean fruit has dethroned Peruvian avocados. Prices remained stable among different sizes, at a $3.8 to $3.9 average.

The Global Avocado Summit, organized by the Chilean Avocado Committee and the Yentzen Group, will be held on November 21 at the Casino Monticello event center in Chile.