THE Myanmar Avocado Producers and Exporters Association (MAVO) is expected to meet an export target of over 10,000 tonnes in the current financial year 2025-2026. MAVO is also planning to explore new markets in India and Russia.
Myanmar exported over 7,600 tonnes of avocado in the 2023-2024 FY and over 8,000 tonnes in the 2024-2025 FY. MAVO targets to boost avocado export to over 10,000 tonnes this FY. At present, Thailand is the main buyer of Myanmar’s avocado.
“Discussions for avocado export to India and Russia are ongoing. Different types of avocado peak in different seasons. This year’s export volume is at least 10,000 tonnes. The prices are fluctuating at the present time. They may vary depending on the seasons,” said an official of the MAVO.
Avocados have been grown in Myanmar for 75 years. They are commonly grown in Shan State, Chin State, Sagaing Region and PyinOoLwin, Mandalay Region. Commercially valued Hass, Buccaneer and Amara avocado varieties are produced in PyinOoLwin, Ywangan, Yatsauk and Taunggyi cities, designated for exports. High-quality Hass and Buccaneer avocado varieties are grown by grafting, and they are primarily distributed to Yangon and Mandalay markets.
Avocado offers numerous health benefits, including a source of over 20 vitamins and minerals. The global avocado market has witnessed substantial growth with its popularity. The association is making concerted efforts to enhance avocado cultivation and advance them as potential export items. Myanmar’s avocado sees a robust demand in both domestic and foreign markets. Thus, MAVO suggests growers need to choose the most marketable variety to maximize the benefits. — ASH/KK
