The Association of Avocado Producers, Packers, and Exporters of Mexico (APEAM) has achieved record sales of avocados for export to the US so far in 2023. According to Alvaro Luque, President and CEO of Avocados From Mexico (AFM), "US imports are expected to be higher this year, which would mark the beginning of a new record since demand has increased in international markets compared to 2022."
"The increase in avocado exports in 2023 is mainly due to a need for progressive consumption. Little by little, the fruit has been gaining popularity, mainly in celebrations and events, where its consumption skyrockets. The Super Bowl is one of the main occasions, followed by Cinco de Mayo."
The APEAM is the only Mexican cooperating partner in the United States, as well as the USDA-APHIS for the export of avocado from Mexico. It is also responsible for the promotion of avocados in other countries under the Avocados From Mexico brand. Currently, the association is made up of almost 35 thousand producers and 84 packers.
"Given the constant growth in demand for avocados, it is imperative to counteract the effects of oversupply on the environment. In this context, the APEAM is promoting sustainable projects to take action to mitigate the production's environmental impact. Through its outstanding Forest Conservation program, 560,000 trees have been donated to be planted in Michoacán, only during the 2022-2023 season, thus contributing a staggering total of more than 3.4 million plants since the beginning of the project. This initiative includes the incorporation of eight different species of pine, such as Pinus devoniana Lindley michoacana, Pinus pseudostrobus Lindley, and Pinus greggi engelm to name a few."
"In addition to this environmental contribution, APEAM has taken a transcendental step towards agriculture aimed at sustainability by becoming the avocado's first agricultural association to join the Mexican Network of the United Nations Global Compact. This network is dedicated to the promotion and implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), thus marking an important milestone in the search for a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future."
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