Avocado

The cultivation quantities have been increasing from year to year and could soon reach a level of around 100,000 tons. The main variety, as almost everywhere, is the Hass avocado, but in Morocco, Fuerte avocados or the less known Zutano variety are also produced. read more

A street vendor in Surat created a viral $156 avocado toast featuring rare Pule cheese. Made from Balkan donkey milk, this cheese costs approximately $612 per half kilogram. The dish combines mashed avocado, olive oil, sesame seeds, and spices, topped with the luxurious cheese. Social media went wild over this extravagant creation. read more

Moroccan avocado producers and exporters gathered on January 15th in the city of Kénitra, responding to the call of the Moroccan Avocado Association. Abdellah El Yamlahi, the association's president, emphasized the need for the industry to accelerate its integration process to adapt to market fluctuations. read more

The Association of Avocado Producers, Packers, and Exporters of Mexico (APEAM A.C.) announced that Mexico will be exporting around 110,000 tons of avocados for the Super Bowl, a similar amount to what was exported last year. APEAM is the sole cooperating partner from Mexico for avocado exports. read more

The Asociación Española de Tropicales (The Spanish Association of Tropical Fruit Producers - AET), which has more than 500 members, has forecasted that the country will produce more than 70,000 tons of avocados in the 2024/25 season that began last December. According to the association, despite still read more

At EARL Les Chambres, located in the Drôme department, the tomatoes, strawberries, cucumbers, and other produce previously grown in a 3,000m² greenhouse have been replaced by clementines, pomelos, oranges, and avocados. Anthony Oboussier, the head of the French company, discusses the reasons for this transition. read more

Avocados from Kenya, passion fruit from Ghana, limes from Colombia, sweet corn from Morocco, ginger from Brazil, citrus fruit from Egypt, pitahayas from Ecuador, and mangoes from Senegal - international buyers will find the best from many developing and emerging countries at the Import Promotion. read more

Rwanda witnessed a significant growth in its fruit export industry during the fiscal year 2023/2024, with official reports showing a 61% increase in revenue to $30.6 million, compared to $19 million in the previous period. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources. read more

Calavo Growers, Inc., a company specializing in the global avocado industry and value-added fresh food, has announced its financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and year ending October 31, 2024. The company has also highlighted changes in its business structure following the divestiture of its. read more

Sainsbury's is transitioning its own-brand twin-pack avocado packaging from plastic to paper, a move that they claim will ultimately eliminate 20.2 million pieces of plastic per year once fully implemented. read more

The latest export season for Peruvian mangoes and avocados has been characterized by low prices, logistical hurdles, and saturated markets. However, exporters have also implemented innovative strategies to stay competitive. By targeting niche markets and improving operational efficiency, companies have been able to adapt and thrive. read more

Austria: SPAR expands with 16 SPAR Express forecourt stores

SPAR Austria, in partnership with petrol station operator SOCAR, is expanding its network of SPAR Express forecourt stores. Two new stores opened in Schwechat (Lower Austria) and Knittelfeld (Styria) just before Christmas 2024, and 14 more are planned to open in various locations across the country. read more

Avocado is in fashion. The star raw material in the tropical production sector continues to be one of the fruit of the moment, with a sustained increase in demand that has been on the rise for several years, as shown by the main consumption observatories.

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During the holiday season, the wholesaler Les Halles du Verger, which celebrated its 1st anniversary last September, is focusing on exotic products. Ulrich Boisnay, the manager of Les Halles du Verger, reflects on the (short-lived) promotions of tropical avocados and chocolate oranges. read more

Morocco has witnessed a significant rise in its avocado cultivation and exports, as data reveals that from October to December 31, 2024, the country exported 42,000 tons of avocados. According to FreshPlaza, the projection for the 2024/2025 harvest is approximately 90,000 tons, with plans to export between read more

Morocco's recent growth as an avocado supplier has continued, with exports reaching 42,000 tonnes from October to December. read more

Morocco has experienced a significant growth in its avocado cultivation and exports. Data indicates that from October to December 31, 2024, the country exported 42,000 tons of avocados. The projected harvest for 2024/2025 is approximately 90,000 tons, with an anticipated export volume of between 80,000 to 90,000 tons. read more

Rynek globalnych owoców tropikalnych stale ewoluuje, przy czym Kolumbia umacnia swoją pozycję jako eksporter awokado i limonek. Dzięki stabilnej produkcji i strategii skoncentrowanej na dywersyfikacji rynku, kraj stara się pokonać wyzwania takie jak rosnąca konkurencja i wahania w. read more

Mission Produce has recently published the latest edition of AvoIntel, outlining five key trends to watch in the US avocado and mango categories in 2025. read more

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) conducted a joint analysis projecting that Mexico will maintain its leading position in the global avocado export market, holding a 53% share by 2033. This is due to a read more