The Peruvian highlands have already established themselves as a major player in terms of export volumes.
In the last two harvest seasons (2024 and 2025), volumes from the highlands accounted for 16.80% and 10.23% of the country’s total exports. Between January and March 2026, more than 80,000 metric tons (MT) of avocados were shipped from this region, a figure that is expected to reach 88,000 MT by the end of the year. This would be equivalent to approximately 12.50% of the national estimate, projected at 705,585 MT, representing a 3% decline from the previous year.
In addition, through week 12, the volume of exports is 27% higher than last year, with more than 3,600 containers. This volume was shipped primarily to Europe (75%), followed by Asia (16%) and Latin America, which accounted for only 6%. Europe alone posted 39% year-over-year growth.
The Need to Organize Shipments
Given this, it is necessary to break down Peru’s estimated shipments by four-month periods so that markets—especially in Europe—have a clear understanding of the volumes they will receive, thereby ensuring a more orderly marketing process.
The proposal would be to divide shipments into three periods: January–April (with fruit from the highlands and part of the north), May–August (the main season), and September–December. This way, markets would have a better overview of arrivals and could organize marketing more efficiently. Talking about a total of 705,585 metric tons for this season without breaking down the shipment months by month will only create a negative impression, even if the estimated volume is lower than in 2025.
Logistical Differences by Destination
Transit times to our destinations clearly vary: the average transit time to Europe is 22 days, to Asia 25 days, to the United States 14 days, and to Chile less than 10 days. Given that Europe accounts for about 65% of our volume, we have valuable information that can help us maximize the prices paid to producers.
This season will be particularly challenging from a logistical standpoint (costs, frequency, container availability, etc.), so let's get ready because It's already started!
