Avocado market steady despite Mexican storms

Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this avocado update September 29, 2026:

Rain and thunderstorms across Michoacán, Mexico are causing short-term harvesting disruptions; however, overall avocado supplies remain available.

Market conditions are expected to remain steady, with weather-related harvest and shipping delays representing the primary near-term challenge.

Mexico

• Weather remains the primary factor influencing market conditions and harvest activity
• Supplies are expected to remain adequate, although intermittent weather-related shipping delays may occur
• Large-size fruit continues to command a premium, while smaller counts remain more competitively priced
• Quality is generally holding steady, although wet field conditions may require increased quality management as growers work through harvest interruptions
• Market pricing is stable overall, with larger sizes maintaining stronger value

California

• The California harvest is approximately 95% complete; weekly volume will decline through the rest of the season
• The crop remains heavily weighted toward larger sizes, with 48-count fruit representing 32% of pack out
  60-count supplies account for 10% of shipments
• 70-count stocks make up 5% of orders
• Mexican fruit will supplement domestic supplies as needed to fill orders and maintain consistent availability

Peru

• This season is nearing completion, with final containers currently in transit and expected to arrive over the coming weeks
• The remaining inventory is primarily concentrated in 40-count and larger fruit
• Most supplies are largely committed to existing programs, although limited spot opportunities may be available depending on pricing and inventory positions

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.