Avocado Industry News
The latest avocado industry news, including expert insights on global market trends, crop production, supply chain developments, and retail strategies.
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“July is part of peak California avocado season, with advertising and promotional support in full swing,” said Jan DeLyser, vice president marketing of the Commission.
With the ever-growing demand for quality avocado products, Fresh Avenue is excited to announce their newest offering: the GoVerden line of guacamole and avocado pulp for foodservice and retail.
Calavo Growers announced the publication of its third annual sustainability report.
Offering premium organic and conventional avocados from California, Chile, Colombia, Peru and Mexico, Oppy is now using Apeel’s plant-based solution to extend the shelf life of its Eco Farms avocados grown in Mexico.
Chilean avocado growers are expected to produce more fruit this season, but volume exported to the U.S. should be about the same as last year, said Karen Brux, managing director of the San Carlos, Calif.-based Chilean Av
A year ago, California avocado growers were anticipating an El Niño condition that would bring heavy rainfall that could last several months and, they hoped, put a dent in the drought that had plagued the state for at
The Packer’s Aug. 9 issue highlights the fall avocado deal, and we want to hear from you, avocado suppliers, about how things are shaping up.
The Westfalia Fruit Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Danielle Willems as Group Communications Executive from 1 October 2021.
Calavo Growers, Inc. a global leader in the avocado and value-added fresh food industries, has announced the promotion of Ron Araiza to EVP Calavo Fresh Foods.
Calavo Growers’ updated bag film is now available with friendly “Know Your Avo” handling tips and menu suggestions, in multiple sizes and configurations.
Eco Farms and Oppy are working on some fresh new ideas, particularly small compostable packs that have become more popular as sustainability continues to be an important value for the company.
Green SuperFood is excited to announce the creation of its new European marketing and distribution arm Farmers Home Europe, which will be launched officially at Fruit Attraction 2021.
Steven Muro, president and founder of Fusion, will share his expertise and industry knowledge during a live webinar from the Hass Avocado Board (HAB) on Thursday, September 30, 2021, from 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. PDT.
Avocados From Mexico announced that it will be rolling out new, limited-time pink packaging during Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October in support of the brand’s first-of-its-kind partnership with Susan G. Komen.
Avocados From Mexico is adding the star power of former New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees to its Super Bowl promotions.
Coral Gables, Fla.-based Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. has created a new pack that includes assorted sizes of avocados all in one pack.
The U.S. Southeast region is at the head of the class for retail avocado sales growth.
Avocados From Mexico has launched a multichannel digital experience Super Bowl campaign, the company announced in a news release.
After 36 years with the company, Ross Wileman is retiring from Oxnard, Calif.-based Mission Produce.
Murrieta, Calif.-based West Pak Avocado is adding a new full-service distribution center in Swedesboro, N.J.
Mission Produce, Inc. has released consumer insights on the foodservice sector, showing that 77 percent of people who like avocados wish there were more avocado options available on menus.
Sales of Hass avocados kicked off the new year with four-year record highs through first quarter key holidays, including the Big Game, Valentine’s Day, and St. Patrick’s Day.
The growth of avocado consumption is a runaway success story, but that doesn’t mean growers and handlers have no worries.
Calavo Growers, Inc. has said that after an initial review of its third-quarter 2021 operating results, the company now expects revenue to be between $275 million and $285 million.
Bagged and bulk avocado sales trends are examined in a new study from the Hass Avocado Board.
Mission Produce’s third quarter report shows a 22% increase in its International Farming segment revenue over last year, with higher total revenue and avocado volume sold.
Mission Produce Inc. on Sept. 29 announced the grand opening of its new mega center in Laredo, Texas, in celebration of the Company’s first anniversary of its initial public offering on Oct. 1.
Retail sales of fresh Hass avocados remained above the pre-pandemic levels of 2019 during the second quarter key holidays of 2021, while year-over-year sales softened.
The California Avocado Commission has promoted Angela Fraser to Director of Trade and Legal Affairs.
Mission Produce, Inc. announces the promotion of Denise Junqueiro to Vice President of Marketing and Communications, reporting to Steve Barnard, Chief Executive Officer and Founder.