West Australian avocado growers are eyeing the Chinese export market as the "green gold rush" of the fruit shows no sign of slowing.

Orchardists have begun harvesting what could be a record-breaking crop in the South West region.

"We're shaping up to have WA's largest season on record," Bendotti Avocados' Trevor Bendotti said.

" The previous record was set two seasons ago and we're well on track to smash that. "

He said high yields and strong export demand had driven an influx of new growers.

WA produced 36,889 tonnes in the 2024/25 financial year, contributing to national output of 131,385 tonnes.

The national record of 150,913 tonnes was set in the 2023/24 financial year.

Australia's annual output is projected to hit 171,163 tonnes within the next two years.

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