Exhibiting at Foodex Japan 2025

Asociación de Productores y Empacadores Exportadores de Aguacate de México (APEAM) is a nonprofit organization that represents Mexican avocado producers and exporters, ensuring sustainable cultivation, global trade expansion, and compliance with international food safety standards. APEAM is responsible for promoting Avocados From Mexico, the world's leading supplier of Hass avocados.

Core Business

APEAM serves as the official coordinating body for the Mexican avocado industry, facilitating the export of high-quality Hass avocados to global markets, including the United States, Canada, Japan, and Europe. The organization ensures traceability, food safety, and sustainability throughout the supply chain, working closely with government agencies, growers, and packing houses.

With over 30,000 avocado producers and 74 certified packing facilities, APEAM plays a critical role in managing Mexico’s avocado exports, particularly from Michoacán, the world’s largest avocado-producing region.

Product Offerings

APEAM oversees the production and export of premium-quality Hass avocados, ensuring consistent supply and superior quality:

Fresh Avocados:

• Hass Avocados – Mexico's most cultivated and exported avocado variety, known for its rich taste, creamy texture, and high oil content.

Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

• Global Leader in Avocado Exports – Mexico is the largest avocado exporter worldwide, with APEAM facilitating over 80% of the total exports.
• Year-Round Supply – APEAM ensures a consistent and reliable avocado supply throughout the year, with peak production from November to April.
• Strict Quality & Safety Standards – The organization enforces HACCP protocols, USDA compliance, and Global GAP certifications, ensuring top-tier product safety and quality.
• Sustainability Initiatives – APEAM promotes reforestation, water conservation, and eco-friendly farming practices to protect the environment and support local communities.

Financial & Export Data

APEAM plays a key role in driving the Mexican avocado industry’s economic growth, with substantial export data:

• Mexico exported over 1.4 million metric tons of avocados in 2023, generating more than $3.5 billion in revenue.
• The United States accounts for over 80% of Mexico’s avocado exports, with growing demand in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
• APEAM has facilitated a steady annual increase in avocado exports, capitalizing on rising global consumption trends.
• The organization’s strategic marketing efforts have boosted avocado awareness and demand worldwide, making Mexico the top avocado supplier globally.

Certifications & Compliance

APEAM enforces strict regulatory compliance to meet global food safety and sustainability standards, including:

• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) Certification
• Global GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) Certification
• USDA Approval for U.S. Imports
• SENASICA (Mexico’s National Service for Agro-Food Health and Safety) Compliance
• CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) Compliance for Sustainable Farming

Target Market

APEAM’s avocados cater to a broad range of industries, including:

• Retail & Supermarkets – Major grocery chains stock Mexican Hass avocados due to their consistent quality and year-round availability.
• Foodservice & HORECA – Restaurants, hotels, and catering services use Mexican avocados for guacamole, salads, and gourmet dishes.
• Wholesale & Distribution – APEAM supplies bulk shipments of avocados to global distributors and food importers.
• Health & Wellness Industry – The demand for nutrient-rich avocados continues to grow in health-conscious consumer markets.

Customer Testimonials & Market Reputation

• Retailers & distributors praise the consistent quality and supply chain reliability of APEAM’s avocados.
• Chefs & foodservice professionals recognize Mexican Hass avocados as the best in flavor, texture, and versatility.
• Consumers worldwide appreciate the freshness, nutritional benefits, and sustainable farming practices associated with APEAM avocados.

Achievements & Industry Recognition

• Mexico leads the global avocado market, thanks to APEAM’s strong export infrastructure and compliance with international trade regulations.
• APEAM has successfully expanded avocado exports beyond North America, increasing market penetration in Japan, China, and the European Union.
• The "Avocados From Mexico" marketing campaign has significantly boosted consumer demand and brand recognition, becoming one of the most successful food campaigns in the industry.
• APEAM has implemented sustainable farming programs, reforesting over 1.5 million trees in Michoacán to reduce environmental impact.

With its unparalleled commitment to quality, sustainability, and market expansion, APEAM continues to strengthen Mexico’s position as the world's leading avocado exporter, ensuring a steady supply of premium Hass avocados to global consumers.