High avocado prices persist in Canary Islands
Southern Gran Canaria is preparing to host the 9th Summer Mango and Avocado Fair in Playa de Mogán on September 6, against a backdrop of high avocado prices and concerns over product quality and ripening.
An import ban in place since 1993 means the market relies on Canary Islands avocado cultivation. According to the article, this has contributed to high prices, while concerns have also been raised over the ripening and quality of fruit reaching the market.
Demand from households and the tourism sector remains high. Hotels are increasingly using frozen avocado to maintain availability and quality in buffets and restaurants, according to industry sources. Concerns have been reported over fresh fruit that develops a dark exterior while the pulp remains hard following accelerated ripening.
Supermarket chains rely on locally grown avocados, with prices reflecting the current supply situation. Wholesale data from Mercalaspalmas on August 21, 2026, showed Fuerte avocados at €6.15-€6.25/kg, Hass at €8.40-€8.50/kg, and other varieties at €3.40-€3.50/kg.
The Summer Mango and Avocado Fair is organized by the Mogán Town Council in collaboration with the Gran Canaria Island Council and Cajasiete. This year's event will take place on the pedestrian promenade of Avenida Los Marrero.
The fair is intended to provide a direct sales channel between growers and consumers while promoting the local agricultural sector. The event takes place as avocado prices remain elevated in the conventional market and buyers seek alternatives in terms of price, availability, and fruit quality.
