Peru's avocado sector is grappling with significant challenges this season, including an anticipated 25% to 30% drop in production due to adverse weather conditions exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon.
These factors have led to a reduction in fruit sizes by 20% to 30%, resulting in a predominance of small and medium-sized avocados. Despite these difficulties, there is optimism for the fruit's reception in key markets like the United States and Europe, as producers adapt by delaying harvests to improve fruit size and quality before export.
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