Avocado

Traditionally, in the month of December, a peak in sales of exotic fruits and imported fruits is expected, thanks to the Christmas and New Year holidays which are the perfect occasion to bring different tastes and flavors to the table. read more

Chile's avocado exports for the 2024/25 season are projected to reach 116,000 tonnes, marking a 29.8 per cent increase compared to the previous marketing year. This surge in export volume is attributed to higher production levels, as reported by the USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service, citing data from the Chilean Avocado Committee. read more

In the marketing year (MY) 2024/25, avocado production is expected to reach 200,000 metric tons (MT) due to favorable climatic conditions, representing a 33.3% increase from MY 2023/24. The total planted area will be 33,010 hectares, which is a one percent growth from MY 2023/24. read more

Avocado has now entered Italian homes and has won over both adults and children. F.lli Orsero has decided to dress it up for Christmas with a gift package reminiscent of the classic gingerbread houses. read more

For Christmas, F.lli Orsero dresses up avocados for the occasion with a festive gift package, limited edition, reminiscent of classic gingerbread houses. read more

The Dutch organic importer Eosta claims that its new Organic Raingrown Avocado will "contribute significantly" to solving the water crisis. read more

The Dutch organic importer Eosta claims that their new Organic rain-grown avocados will "contribute significantly" to solving the water crisis. read more

The TROPS Agricultural Transformation Society has acquired the former orange warehouse of Bicoca de Nules. The Andalusian company plans to resume operations at this property in 2025. The company's CEO, Víctor Luque, and president, José Linares, shared this news with the mayor. read more

The chief executive of NZ Avocado, Brad Siebert, points out the possibility of a better season for avocado growers in New Zealand, citing favorable weather conditions and a strategic change in export approach as reasons for this optimism. The previous two seasons were difficult for growers, characterized by read more

According to François Bellivier, head of development at Capexo, November was a "relatively balanced" month for the avocado market. He stated that apart from the last week, which is typically the worst week of the year in terms of consumption, prices have been very good on the French market. While not as exceptional read more

Amidst growing concerns about the rising cost of living, Australians have found comfort in the stable and low prices of avocados, a situation attributed to the record avocado production in the country. In the 2022/23 period, Australia produced 115,000 tons of avocados, marking a significant increase from previous years. read more

The Colombia Avocado Board (CAB) has appointed four new board members – two importers and two exporters – during its most recent annual general meeting. read more

Avocado growers in New Zealand anticipate higher prices on the global market this season due to reduced production in Australia and Peru. read more

"By ripening our avocados and mangoes to perfection, we are building consumer trust in our products and driving demand for ripe produce," says Paul Frowde, Managing Director of Mission Produce Europe and UK, a company that specializes in sourcing, ripening, and marketing avocados and mangos. "Shoppers" read more

"The avocado season in Malaga is eagerly anticipated throughout Europe," says Alberto Plaza, field technician at Montosa. "Our avocado is one of the most sought after due to its quality, taste, and sophistication. It is a fresh and local product." read more

A busy two-day avocado trade fair called 'Territorio Aguacate' is happening in Medellin, Colombia, on 27 and 28 November. The event is dedicated to the entire avocado supply chain and includes 140 exhibitors from 20 countries, including Italy. Andrea Francesconi, the export manager of Graziani, is attending the fair. read more

Planters of avocados have found reasons to be hopeful in the present season, such as favorable spring conditions and lower-than-expected production levels in Australia. Avocados Australia announced a 30 percent rise in production quantities for the 2023/2024 season, reaching almost 151,000. read more

Mark Gelband and Courtney Loveman from St. Croix may have grown the world's largest avocado, weighing 5 pounds 6.5 ounces, potentially breaking the Guinness World Record. The couple revitalized their orchard after damage from hurricanes and drought, emphasizing sustainable agriculture. read more

The Kenyan avocado season has come to an end for the majority of volumes. Exporters have given a mixed assessment, expressing satisfaction with production performance but disappointment with commercial results due to ongoing challenges caused by the Red Sea crisis. Khalidh Khan, CEO of read more

The Moroccan exotic fruit industry is experiencing rapidly changing climatic conditions, but is backed by strong foreign and local demand. The Moroccan market is primarily focused on three main products: avocados, which are thriving in the Kénitra-Larache axis in the northwest of the country, with record read more