Summary
In April 2026, Australian almond exports reached 9,103 tonnes, up 13% year-on-year, setting a new record for the month. China imported 4,918 tonnes, accounting for 54% of total exports. However, total shipments in the first two months of the season (March-April) fell 3% to 16,970 tonnes.
Heavy rainfall during harvest caused delays, with some growers taking up to twelve weeks compared to the normal seven. Flooding and tree deaths also occurred.
Commentary
More than half of Australian almond exports go to China. Heavy rainfall this season delayed harvest and damaged trees, raising concerns about future supply. For New Zealand importers, price increases are a risk, and they may consider locking in prices early or switching to California supplies.
Chinese demand remains strong; if supply is tight, New Zealand nut processors could find opportunities in the premium market, provided they meet access standards. Australian growers' innovations in drying also highlight the importance of supply chain resilience, and the market warrants close monitoring.
Keywords: Australian almonds, exports, China imports, rainfall impact, harvest season, production decline, record
Summary in Chinese | 摘要
2026年4月，澳大利亚巴旦木出口量达9,103吨（同比增13%），创4月新纪录；其中中国进口4,918吨，占出口总量54%。但本产季前两个月（3-4月）总出货量同比降3%至16,970吨，因收获期强降雨导致采收延迟，部分种植者采收耗时长达十二周（往年七周），并引发洪水、果树死亡等问题。
Commentary in Chinese | 评论
澳大利亚巴旦木出口半数以上销往中国，本季强降雨致采收延迟、果树受损，后续供应存忧。对新西兰进口商，需警惕价格上行，可提前锁价，或转向美国加州货源。中国需求坚挺，若供给短缺，新西兰坚果加工企业在高端市场或有空间，但须符合准入标准。
澳洲种植者晾晒创新也提示供应链弹性构建的重要性，后市仍需密切跟踪。
关键词: 澳大利亚巴旦木, 出口, 中国进口, 降雨影响, 收获季, 产量下降, 创纪录