Colombian Hass avocado closes 2025 with positive numbers and strong demand from Europe
Hass avocado has positioned itself as one of the main drivers of Colombian agriculture in 2025.
According to figures from the National Directorate of Taxes and Customs (DIAN) and analysis from the National Foreign Trade Association (Analdex), Hass avocado exports reached $375 million, representing a 21.3 percent growth compared to 2024.
In terms of volume, shipments totaled 201,479 tons, a 45.6 percent increase over the 138,315 tons exported the previous year. Growth was driven by greater international demand for Hass avocados and an expansion of exportable supply.
“The performance of exports in 2025 was relatively positive, as we managed to cross the $50 billion threshold, a figure we had not reached in the last two years,” said Javier Díaz Molina, executive president of Analdex.
The executive underscored Hass avocados' role in driving growth across the entire Colombian agricultural industry, along with categories such as coffee, flowers, and bananas.
Europe dominates Hass avocado shipments
Europe remained the main destination for Colombian Hass avocados, accounting for just over 60 percent of total exports.
The Netherlands led the nation bloc and was the largest buyer, with a market share of nearly 36 percent. Shipments were valued at $134.2 million, an increase of almost 11 percent compared to 2024.
Germany was one of the most dynamic markets, growing nearly 40 percent year over year and reaching $10.4 million in 2025. Meanwhile, Spain also stood out with a 45 percent increase, reaching $29.7 million and an eight percent market share.
France and the United Kingdom recorded increases of 26.4 percent and 23.4 percent, with shipments valued at $8 million and $28.8 million, respectively.
However, not everything was juicy on the European front, as some markets showed setbacks. Belgium reduced its purchases of Colombian Hass avocado by 15.4 percent, dropping from $20.3 million to $17.2 million. The decline in Italy was more pronounced, with an annual drop of 58 percent, registering shipments of $907,042.
In the regional sphere, the Colombian department of Antioquia led Hass avocado exports, with 47 percent of total shipments and sales valued at $177.4 million. This represents growth of over 50 percent compared to 2024.
Looking ahead
Although the 2025 balance was mostly positive, the sector faces challenges in 2026, including potential tariff adjustments, geopolitical tensions, and climatic variations that could affect production and logistics.
Analdex emphasized the importance of advancing in market diversification and strengthening competitiveness.
Photo courtesy of Corpohass
“Avocado has become an example of how the Colombian agricultural sector can gain space in demanding markets,” said Díaz Molina. “Now, the challenge is to sustain that growth with greater added value, diversification, and stability in the rules of the game of international trade.”
The union leader added that coordination among producers, exporters, and authorities will be key to consolidating the international positioning of Colombian avocado, and not only to maintain but also to surpass the achieved results in 2026.
*Images courtesy of the Instituto Colombiano Agropecuario - ICA / Archives.
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