Avocado

Westfalia Fruit will reveal its avocado variety library, the largest of its kind in the world, at this year's Fruit Attraction in Madrid. The library, which serves as the basis for the company's Orchard of the Future, features over 140 distinct avocado cultivars. read more

Avocados from New Zealand will once again be available in the Indian market, according to Dinesh Shinde, CEO of fresh produce importer Anusaya Fresh. He stated, "There has been a significant development regarding the arrival of New Zealand avocados in India. After mutual discussions, Anusaya Fresh and Avanza have reached an agreement. read more

Nigeria is collaborating with Kenya to tap into the lucrative global avocado market, which is estimated by RaboResearch to be worth over US$20 billion. The sector is expected to expand to US$23.29 billion by 2029 and US$26.71 billion in 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.76 percent. Nigeria and Kenya are aiming to boost their avocado exports as part of this growth trend. read more

This week, prices of imported avocados, blueberries, and Xinjiang plums rose significantly due to reduced supply. At the same time, Vietnamese durian arrivals are increasing, with prices lower than last week, and the first batch of Cambodian durians has entered the market. Peruvian avocados are... read more

Mission Produce, Inc. will present its year-round avocado programs and emphasize Mexico's upcoming supply at Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) in Hong Kong, China, from September 3-5, 2025. "We track avocado seasons worldwide to provide the perfect fruit to the appropriate market at the optimal moment," read more

Avocados from Rwanda's new season are now available in the market. Seun Rasheed, CEO of Souk Farms, recently announced that the company shipped its first container of the season on Wednesday and shared his insights on the upcoming season. The beginning of the season marks a commercial opportunity rather than just an. read more

Tesco will start testing an avocado scanner this week, which will allow customers to determine the ripeness of the fruit while in the store. The scanner is intended to assist shoppers in choosing avocados that are suitable for slicing or immediate consumption as a spread, with the additional goal of reducing waste in-store and at home. read more

A revolutionary avocado scanner, designed to help shoppers determine the ripeness of the fruit in stores and reduce waste at home, will be tested by Tesco this week. read more

Mission Produce has announced that it will showcase its year-round avocado programs and highlight Mexico's upcoming supply at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong this week. read more

The current avocado season in Peru has been characterized by a delayed start compared to last year, increased export volumes, and a recovery in prices following weeks of intense pressure. While Europe continues to be the main market, Peruvian exporters are focusing on expanding their presence in Asia and adjusting to new… read more

The mango sector, as reported by reefertrends, collapsed after President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on imports from Brazil. Brazilian producers redirected their shipments to Europe, leading to market saturation, affecting Israeli exports, and. read more

Australian-grown produce will be showcased at Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) 2025, with Hort Innovation coordinating the national representation. The event, taking place from 3 to 5 September at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong, is considered Asia's premier international trade exhibition for fresh fruit and vegetables. read more

The avocado harvest season in Israel is starting with steady projections. Exports are estimated to be around 132,000 U.S. tons, similar to last year, with anticipated high prices. This is in contrast to the mango industry, which experienced significant declines following the implementation of tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump. read more

Wzrost eksportu i popytu krajowego stwarzają nowe możliwości dla australijskiego przemysłu awokado. Szef Avocados Australia, John Tyas, powiedział, że produkcja krajowa ma wzrosnąć do 150 000 ton w 2026 roku, co jest podobnym wolumenem jak w ostatnich latach. Zauważył, że konsumpcja krajowa... read more

A banana-selling robot has been introduced in the United States and was recently seen operating in a grocery store. The robot is designed to interact with shoppers by moving through the aisles, asking questions, and offering produce. Video footage of the robot in action was shared on social media by TikTok user @robynlarz. read more

Westfalia Fruit will participate in Asia Fruit Logistica 2025, with a focus on the increasing demand for avocados in Asian markets. Hans Boyum, Customer Director for Developing Markets, stated that avocado consumption is on the rise in the region, presenting opportunities for collaboration with. read more

Eksport awokado z Mjanmy w tym sezonie będzie głównie skierowany do Singapuru i Tajlandii, zgodnie z informacjami przekazanymi przez Stowarzyszenie Producentów i Eksporterów Awokado z Mjanmy (MAVO). Zbiory od września do grudnia są obfite, z ilościami przekraczającymi krajowe zapotrzebowanie i kierującymi się na rynek międzynarodowy. read more

Przed Asia Fruit Logistica w Hongkongu, Westfalia Fruit podkreśliła rosnące zapotrzebowanie na awokado w Azji. read more

The Mexican avocado industry is committing to a legally binding conservation agreement with the federal government of Mexico that aims to ensure that all avocado exports are deforestation-free by 2030. As the first to join this deforestation-free agreement, the Mexican avocado industry is setting a precedent. read more

The heatwaves that occurred in Morocco this summer had a significant impact on the Gharb and Loukkos regions, which are known for growing various fruits and vegetables such as avocados and berries. According to multiple industry sources, blueberries were one of the most heavily affected fruits, following avocados. read more