Philippines starts exporting avocados to Japan after 13 years, marking a first for Asia.
The Philippines has begun exporting Hass avocados to Japan, a milestone reached after 13 years of negotiations. The first shipment included 2,240 boxes valued at $40,320, with plans to export 88,000 boxes worth $1.58 million by 2025. This marks the Philippines as the first Asian country to export Hass avocados to Japan, targeting the growing demand for fresh fruits in the Japanese market.
November 17, 2024
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