Argentina: Fresh Deciduous Fruit Annual

Argentina's fresh apple and pear production is forecast to decline slightly in marketing year (MY) 2026/27 to 523,000 metric tons (MT) and 655,000 MT, respectively, as a developing El Niño raises concerns about excessive rainfall during the growing season. Fresh pear exports are forecast at 345,000 MT, while apple exports are expected to remain relatively stable, supported by demand from regional markets, particularly Brazil. Rising production and labor costs, limited access to financing, and high transportation costs continue to constrain profitability and discourage investment in orchard modernization. Industry consolidation continues as smaller growers struggle to remain competitive, while larger, vertically integrated operations account for an increasing share of production and exports.