Australia's avocado industry is entering a period of significant growth, with fresh forecasts indicating production is rebounding strongly after last season's decline. According to Rabobank's Global Avocado Update 2026, both domestic supply and export volumes are expected to reach record levels as growers recover from natural production cycles and expanding orchards begin delivering larger harvests.
The report notes that Australian avocado production fell during the 2024–25 season due to the crop's natural biennial bearing cycle, where trees alternate between heavier and lighter harvest years. With orchards now returning to stronger production, growers are preparing for one of the largest avocado crops on record.
Demand for Australian avocados continues to rise as consumers increasingly include the fruit in everyday meals. Avocados remain popular because of their versatility and nutritional value, featuring in salads, sandwiches, smoothies, breakfast dishes and a growing range of healthy food products. Health-conscious consumers are also driving demand thanks to the fruit's healthy fats, fibre, vitamins and minerals.
While domestic consumption remains strong, export opportunities are also expanding. Australian growers are increasing shipments into overseas markets as international demand for premium-quality avocados continues to grow. Export diversification is helping producers manage larger harvests while reducing dependence on the domestic market.
Industry analysts believe improved production should provide consumers with better availability throughout the year. Larger harvest volumes may also help moderate prices after previous seasons when limited supply pushed retail prices higher in many parts of Australia. Growers, however, continue to face rising production costs, including labour, fertiliser, transport and packaging expenses.
Australia's avocado industry has expanded significantly over the past decade, with new orchards established across Queensland, Western Australia, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. Regions including the Sunraysia, Bundaberg, Atherton Tablelands and Western Australia's south-west continue to play important roles in national production.
Rabobank says Australia is part of a broader global trend where avocado consumption continues to increase. Demand is being driven by growing awareness of healthy eating, expanded supermarket availability and increased use by restaurants and food manufacturers. Despite greater production worldwide, long-term consumption growth is expected to remain strong.
The industry also continues investing in improved orchard management, irrigation efficiency and sustainable farming practices to increase productivity while addressing environmental challenges such as water availability and climate variability.
For Australian growers, the coming season presents both opportunities and challenges. Strong harvests should improve farm incomes if demand continues matching increased supply, while exporters hope expanding international markets will absorb larger production volumes.
Overall, the outlook for Australia's avocado sector remains positive, with record harvests, growing consumer demand and expanding export markets expected to support continued growth over the next several years.
