Zimbabwe’s avocado export industry has recorded a sharp rise in both volumes and earnings in the first four months of 2026.
In a statement by the Zimbabwe Economic Review, export volumes reached 1.74 million kilogrammes valued at US$1.07 million between January and April 2026, significantly higher than the 921,056 kilogrammes worth US$397,007 recorded during the same period in 2025.
“Zimbabwe’s avocado export industry recorded strong growth in the first four months of 2026, with export volumes reaching 1.74 million kg valued at US$1.07 million, compared to 921,056 kg worth US$397,007 during the same period in 2025,” the report said.
The publication noted that April 2026 alone delivered the strongest performance for that month across a three-year period, underscoring the accelerating momentum of the sector.
“The 2026 season has outperformed both 2024 and 2025. By April 2026, exports stood at 1.26 million kg, exceeding the 1.05 million kg exported by April 2024 and 702,290 kg exported by April 2025,” the report stated.
It further highlighted that the strong monthly performance signals sustained production growth and expanding export capacity among local farmers and exporters.
“April 2026 alone delivered the highest monthly export volume for the month over the three-year period,” the Zimbabwe Economic Review said.
The sector continues to position itself as a key contributor to Zimbabwe’s foreign currency earnings, with avocados emerging as one of the country’s fastest-growing horticultural export products.
“The figures indicate rising production, improved market access, and growing international demand for Zimbabwean avocados.
The 2026 performance suggests the sector is on track to surpass previous annual export records if the current trend continues throughout the year,” the publication added.
The horticulture industry has in recent years been identified as a strategic pillar in Zimbabwe’s efforts to diversify exports and strengthen agricultural value chains.
Avocado production, in particular, has benefited from increasing global demand for healthy and organic food products, opening new opportunities for local growers.
