The Myanmar Trade Promotion Organization (MTPO) plans to export 200 tonnes of frozen avocados to India during the 2025-26 season, highlighting rising demand in Indian urban markets. This move reflects growing bilateral trade and expanding opportunities for Myanmar’s avocado growers amid a booming global market.
Myanmar’s Trade Promotion Organization (MTPO) has announced plans to export 200 tonnes of frozen avocado to India this season, further strengthening trade ties between the two countries and capitalizing on India’s flourishing demand for this healthy fruit. The announcement was made as Myanmar aims to diversify export markets for its premium avocado varieties such as Hass, Buccaneer, and Amara, which are primarily cultivated in Shan State and other key regions.
Growing Demand in India
India’s avocado consumption is rapidly increasing, especially in metropolitan areas, driven by growing health consciousness and changing food habits among consumers. The rising trend of avocado imports is evident, with Indian markets recording a surge in avocado availability and retail penetration.
Myanmar’s Avocado Production and Export Strategy
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Myanmar expects to exceed 10,000 tonnes of total avocado exports in the 2025-26 financial year, with shipments already established to Thailand and now expanding to India and Russia.
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The frozen avocado segment caters to the Indian market’s preference for quality and convenience, allowing longer shelf life and easier distribution.
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Myanmar growers have adopted improved cultivation and post-harvest handling techniques to meet international quality standards.
Market Dynamics and Challenges
India’s imports historically come from African nations like Tanzania and Kenya; however, Myanmar’s entry into the Indian market promises diversification and competitive pricing. Close cooperation with importers, cold chain logistics, and regulatory compliance remain crucial for success.
Looking Ahead
The planned export of 200 tonnes to India is part of a broader strategy to deepen agricultural trade cooperation and leverage global avocado market growth, which surpassed USD 20 billion in value recently. Both countries aim to mutually benefit from this expanding agribusiness sector.
This development marks a significant milestone in Myanmar’s agricultural exports and offers Indian consumers greater variety in tropical fruit selections.
Key Highlights
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MTPO plans to export 200 tonnes of frozen avocado to India in 2025-26 season.
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Myanmar targets expansion into new export markets including India and Russia.
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Avocado varieties include Hass, Buccaneer, and Amara, grown mainly in Shan State.
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Growing health trends in India drive rising avocado demand.
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Frozen avocado exports enable longer shelf life and broader market reach.
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Part of Myanmar’s strategy to enhance agricultural trade and market diversification.
Sources: Global New Light of Myanmar, FreshPlaza, Moi.gov.mm, RaboResearch, Myanmar Ministry of Information
