Avocados
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Avocado Industry, including Avocado growers, Avocado production, and the import and export of Avocado.
Colombia sees big jump in fruit exports to UK
Increasingly diversified export basket driving new opportunities for growth
Michoacán resumes avocado shipments to US
The Mexican government agrees to bolster security for inspectors, packers, and producers
Analysis: Avocado prices surge while citrus faces downward pressure
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Gene discovery could trim years off avocado breeding
Study reveals how avocados reverse sexes throughout the day
El Universal: Mexican avocado traceability compromised by criminal gangs
An article in the Mexican newspaper claims that the country’s avocado export chain to the US has been infiltrated by organised crime
California avocado growers renew calls for curb on Mexican imports
CAC claims Level 4 alert and suspected pest report add urgency to seasonal tariff-rate quota and restored US inspections
US halts avocado export inspections in Michoacán over security alert
State authorities and USDA in talks to review measures to bolster the protection of US personnel
Évo Hass concept finds success in Malaysia and Hong Kong
Tech-forward avocado brand aims to reshape the category by improving consumer confidence while creating new value for growers across the supply chain
Avanza delivers record export volumes
Market diversification, in-market promotion and strong retail partnerships boost Avanza presence across Asia
Fruits Ràfols boosts exotics portfolio with new Sweet Panda brand
The company will present its new exotic fruit brand at this year’s Fruit Attraction
Jalisco avocado producers fix sights on Korean market
State officials say they expect to receive the green light for shipments shortly
Avocados From Mexico launches AI-powered consumer answer engine
AVO.AI is billed as the first artificial intelligence tool dedicated exclusively to a single produce item
On International Avocado Day, Mexico flags progress in implementing new model for forest protection
Innovative certification programme now covers more than 90 per cent of Mexican avocados exported to US
Spain’s fresh produce imports climb once more
New customs data processed by Fepex reveals growth in Spanish fresh produce imports during January-May 2026, with fruit volumes surging 8 per cent
Frutas de Chile secures key exemptions from US trade tariffs
Avocados, kiwifruit and oranges will avoid the 12.5 per cent import tax
Montosa looks ahead to next chapter of growth
As it moves into a new era of professional management, the Malaga-based company has its sights set on international expansion
Big names to speak at Asiafruit Knowledge Centre
Senior executives from Sunkist, Driscoll’s and Dole China are among the leading figures set to share their insights at Asia Fruit Logistica’s content hub
Omer-Decugis ups stake in Ivorian mango business
French importer now owns 90 per cent of Sopromat, as it continues to make strategic investments aimed at doubling its sales
Comment: As ripening tech matures, what next for avocados?
Experts predict even more dramatic changes for the fruit’s supply network, as rapid market growth continues
California avocado harvest on track at 330mn pounds
The California Avocado Commission says strong retail partnerships, marketing programmes and a new grower-led campaign are driving demand
Frutura moves to crop-specialist model to fuel next phase of growth
Fruitnet speaks with Frutura CEO David Krause about the company’s strategy to focus on in-demand crop categories
Tough times for Colombian avocado exporters
Reduced volumes and rising costs make for challenging export scenario
Spanish fresh produce imports rise 6.2 per cent in early 2026
New Fepex data reveals Spain’s fresh produce imports reached 1.75mn tonnes between January and April 2026, up 6.2 per cent year-on-year
Green Motion showcases new generation of avocados and rootstocks in Peru
GMA shared data on the field performance of its three upcoming Hass-type variety selections that will soon be launched on the market
West Pak Avocado unveils new organic programme identity
US avocado supplier West Pak is challenging organic produce conventions with a gold-yellow rebrand of its organic avocado programme
F.lli Orsero fires up guacamole kits as consumers warm to avocados
Italian brand expands Duetti range with all-in-one guac pack, as consumer demand for avocados continues to grow
Coquimbo avocado growers warn of losses due to fruit fly control measures
Concerns raised that SAG’s sanitary protocols to contain the pest will leave small-scale farmers out of pocket
Avocados to become leading tropical fruit export in a decade
New OECD-FAO report says increase is due to strong global demand, high yields and strong export prices
California Avocado Commission calls for seasonal quota on Mexican imports
Commission releases video pushing for seasonal tariff rate limit in response to US-Mexico-Canada Agreement review
Chile’s Baika opens avocado packhouse in Colombia
The El Retiro-based facility can process up to 14 tonnes per hour, and will pack for the US, European and Argentine markets
State of Mexico expects to export first avocados to Canada this year
The state has 12,000ha of avocado plantings and produces more than 120,000 tonnes a year
New distribution centre positions SanLucar for further growth
Benelux Fresh Hub near Rotterdam will consolidate ripening, packaging, logistics and sales operations at single site
Tropical fruits outperform wider produce market, congress hears
Suppliers and retailers gather for Fruitnet Tropicals Congress, where commercial outlook is very positive despite major challenges
Messe Berlin Americas and Mexico’s National Agricultural Council join forces
A new strategic partnership will help Mexican producers and exporters reach new buyers, diversify markets, and accelerate international growth
From tropical to typical: Jingold’s avocado advance
The Cesena-based company is aiming to repeat its recent success with branded kiwifruit by introducing Italian consumers to homegrown avocados
New PGI for Michoacán avocados
Michoacán Strip Avocado PGI covers 31 municipalities with a long tradition of growing Hass avocados