Avocados
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Avocado Industry, including Avocado growers, Avocado production, and the import and export of Avocado.
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
Spanish fresh produce exports fell 3 per cent in January-April
The country’s fresh fruit and vegetable exports dropped 3 per cent during the opening four months of 2026, with citrus driving the decline
Asiafruit tropicals edition out now
JWM’s innovative new coconut product, recovery in sight for the Philippine banana industry, plus spotlights on apples, cherries, citrus and more
SanLucar launches Disney Vaiana summer fruit promotion campaign
Group partners with Disney’s live-action film to create in-store experience zones featuring stonefruit, melons, tropical fruits and summer varieties
Leading the avocado charge across Africa
South Africa remains the market leader, expecting to ship around 21mn cartons this year, while Kenya has emerged as Africa’s second-largest exporter
Naturitalia sees greater demand in Europe for premium produce
Italian supplier says Scandinavia and Germany are now ‘testing grounds’ for premium items like stonefruit, grapes and kiwifruit
Less than two weeks to go to Fruitnet Tropicals Congress!
Network with thought leaders from all parts of the tropicals and exotics supply chain at Fruitnet’s bespoke event
South Africa faces tough avocado season
Some wind damage has been reported in two key growing regions, but other areas are still looking at excellent crops
Granada event shines spotlight on tropical fruit
Congress organised by Cooperativa La Palma and Caja Rural Granada analysed current production issues
The Fresh Ideas Show: El Niño and Trump create waves of disruption
Mike Knowles and Maura Maxwell consider the potential impact of a Super El Niño and continued geopolitical tensions
Catalytic Generators delivers ripening reliability
Ripening solutions provider helps customers meet stringent requirements with consistent supply and results
WAO organises biggest-ever European summer campaign
AvoTour 2026 takes ‘Make Wellness Joyful’ campaign across five countries during June and July
Westfalia Fruit appoints Tommy Padilla as president, North America
Padilla brings more than two decades of experience in avocados, with previous roles at Del Monte, Calavo Growers and Mission Produce
Montosa extends partnership agreement with Bancosol food bank
Deal guarantees regular donations of fresh food to more than 20,000 people in need in the province of Malaga.
Japan’s largest fruit import under threat from ethylene shortage
Middle East conflict has tightened ethylene supplies, with fruit importers trying to avoid shortages and minimise price rises
Mission reports Q2 loss amid avocado price decline
Avocado marketer and producer posted a net loss of US$7.2mn for Q2 2026, with revenue down 24 per cent year-on-year to US$290.9mn
Brazilian producers target India’s booming import market
Delegation of avocado, lime and apple growers travelled to the Asian country to meet with importers and retailers
Strong start for Peruvian avocado exports
Shipments up 7.1 per cent in volume to week 20 and projected to grow 3.16 per cent in the whole year
Chilean avocado output exceeds expectations
Production grew to 265,000 tonnes in 2025/26, thanks to improved growing techniques and favourable weather conditions
Join Europe’s tropical fruit leaders in Barcelona
With less than a month to go, secure your place at Europe’s leading forum for the tropical fruit business now
Australian avocado industry launches global-first VR supply chain training programme
New initiative sees avocado industry partner with Woolworths to focus on quality across the avocado supply chain
Ruiz Montosa appoints Enrique Colilles to board of directors
The former Trops managing director returns to Malaga after a brief stint with Treemond Group
Mission and Westfalia declare force majeure due to Mexican avocado shortage
Companies blame surging field prices and strong US demand for highly volatile market
Mission produce acquires Calavo Growers
Completion bolsters Mission’s vertically integrated platform with an expanded North American footprint and a broader product portfolio
Reflecting on 14 years of Australia’s avocado industry with outgoing AAL CEO John Tyas
Plus, a look at fresh produce marketing with dietitian and CEO of Foodwatch Jemma O’Hanlon
Guatemalan avocado exports keep on growing
Export volume could increase by 20,000 tonnes by 2028, but sector faces major structural challenges
California Avocado Month provides peak season spotlight
In June, the California Avocado Commission (CAC) will celebrate the fourteenth year of its California Avocado Month programme.
Mission Produce clears Mexican regulatory hurdle for Calavo merger
Supplier secures antitrust approval to satisfy key closing condition for planned acquisition, expected to go ahead this week
Montosa registers strong growth in Spanish avocado season
Plentiful rainfall, ripening technology and enhanced logistics capacity in France consolidate supply across European markets
Westfalia’s chief customer officer announces departure
Wim Destoop plans to take on board and consultancy roles in Belgium after three years with avocado and fruit supplier
In pictures: Ronald Bown, 1945-2026
Bown, who has died aged 80, was a leading figure in the global fresh produce business for almost four decades
Minor, Weir & Willis launches ‘linerless’ avocado packaging
Supplier collaborates with partners to develop sustainable solution for best-selling ready-to-eat twin-packs
Orsero targets Gen Z with ‘Exotic Ladies’ campaign
Italian fresh produce brand F.lli Orsero attempts to raise profile among Gen Z consumers with new social media blitz