Rain-Damaged Crops Drive 12% WoW Increase in Hass Avocado Prices in Central Colombia

Fresh avocado prices in Ibague’s wholesale market surged by 12% week-on-week (WoW) to USD 1.95 per kilogram (kg) in W10 due to a sharp supply decline from the Tolima Department. Persistent heavy rainfall has severely affected crop yields, reducing harvest volumes and tightening market availability. The supply shortage continues to push prices upward, straining consumer budgets and exposing the market’s vulnerability to weather-related disruptions. If adverse conditions persist, prices could rise further.