Avocado

"Egg cartons, nets, flowpacks, trays, boxes, bindings, baskets... all these formats, which used to be made of plastic, are now made of cardboard, cellulose, and/or paper, 100% biodegradable and often certified as 'compostable'," says Marta Santos, manager of. read more

These avocados are grown using rainwater in regions where the natural conditions are ideal. They help solve the problem of water scarcity and make artificial fertilizers and pesticides unnecessary. A wise choice for a healthier planet. read more

The 2025 California avocado harvest is projected to reach 170,097 tonnes this season – the largest crop estimate for the fruit since 2020. This estimate comes after recent high winds in California have slightly dampened projections, however the industry remains optimistic as growers have read more

The 2025 Peruvian avocado export season has begun with significant challenges, primarily due to delays in the maturation of the dry matter, a crucial requirement for ensuring quality exports. According to Miguel Cordano, the president of the Technical Appraisal Body of Peru (CTTP Appraisals)... read more

Karakuta Fresh Produce has announced the construction of a state-of-the-art packhouse for avocados in Nairobi, which the company described as a “game-changing investment aimed at revolutionizing Kenya’s avocado export landscape”. read more

"Despite increasing international competition from regions such as India, Asia, and the USA, consumer demand for avocados in Germany remains unbroken," observes Felix Sperl, product specialist at the long-established Hamburg-based company COBANA. "The consequences of climate change, above all read more

Mission Produce, Inc. has expanded its diverse sourcing strategy to ensure a continuous supply of ripe avocados and mangos to the UK and European markets throughout the year. In the past year, the company has incorporated over 8 new sources into its global sourcing network to meet the increasing global demand for avocados and mangos. read more

Mission Produce is expanding its diverse sourcing strategy to ensure a continuous supply of ripe avocados and mangoes to the UK and Europe all year round. In the past year, the company has incorporated over eight new sources into its global network to keep up with the increasing demand worldwide. read more

Some of the highlights of the trade fair this year include: read more

The event, organized by the Association of Avocado Producers (ASOPROA) and the Valencian Association of Farmers (AVA-ASAJA), with the support of AgroBank and other companies, focused on challenges and opportunities. read more

Wakate, a company that produces avocados and is part of Colombia's GreenLand Group, has partnered with the Caldas Coffee Growers Committee in an effort to empower rural women, promote environmental awareness, and enhance rural communities. read more

The Moroccan avocado campaign was launched over three months ago, but exports have been slow. Growers were dissatisfied with market prices and decided to wait since avocados can be stored on the tree. Abdelkrim Allaoui, president of the avocado growers' association in the north-western Gharb region, stated that they are monitoring the situation closely. read more

The production of avocados has significantly increased this year in the Spanish province of Huelva. According to sector estimates, this year's winter harvest has grown by approximately 30%, "and the growth could have been even greater, although we are still far from achieving 100% of the expected." read more

There is a lack of planning security. But the problem is not limited to the USA. What does it mean for global trade and price formation in international markets when tariffs, for example on Mexican fresh products such as avocados or limes, suddenly... read more

In Sicily, specifically in Giarre, there are those who bet on tropical fruit long before it became a trend, turning forward-thinking vision into concrete success. This is the story of Andrea Passanisi and Sicilia Avocado, a brand born in 2003. Here, at the foot of Mount Etna, the read more

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The last avocado campaign was “very challenging in terms of sourcing” for Southern Avocado Company (SAC), but their main business partners and the geographical areas where they operate

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The CEO of Bayex Overseas, Vicente Bayona, states that "Valencian citrus farming is compromised in international markets due to the bad practices being carried out in the fields," and

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W sektorze kolumbijskich awokado zanotowano wzrost wolumenu eksportu w 2024 roku, co było rezultatem korzystnych warunków pogodowych oraz wejścia do produkcji nowych pól. Niemniej jednak, przemysł nadal boryka się z znaczącymi wyzwaniami, zwłaszcza w logistyce oraz wahaniach cen. "Ostatni rok był pozytywny pod względem read more

Plantators of avocados in California are preparing for their largest crop since 2020. According to Terry Splane, vice president of the California Avocado Commission, "This robust supply of California avocados is expected to peak in late March/early April and is anticipated to remain consistently high throughout the summer." read more