Analysis of the structure of the global avocado (Persea americana Mill) trade network

Abstract

ective: To analyze the structure of the global avocado trade network and to understand the dynamics of commercial interaction between the leading countries in the market, using the social network analysis approach. Design/Methodology/Approach: One-hundred thirty-three countries that established 989 commercial exchange relationships were analyzed. This exchange accounted for 99% of the volume of the global avocado market for the year 2021. Results: The significant diversification in the import sources and export destinations of countries such as Netherlands and Spain suggests a robust and diversified trade strategy. Network indicators give a valuable insight into the centrality and importance of countries in the global avocado trade network. Mexico plays an important role in the network that goes beyond the quantity produced. Study Limitations/Implications: The most current analyzed data available to date belong to the year 2021. Findings/Conclusions: The analysis reveals the complex dynamics of interaction between the leaders of the global avocado trade.