Avocados
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Avocado Industry, including Avocado growers, Avocado production, and the import and export of Avocado.
New Zealand shines brighter than ever at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025
The New Zealand Pavilion is organised by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, Plant & Food Research, and New Zealand Apples and Pears
Fresh Del Monte Produce announces avocado and lime joint venture with Colombia’s Managro
Facility enhances Fresh Del Monte’s year-round supply of avocados and limes to North America and Europe
Maf Roda harnesses AI and robotics to advance postharvest technology
Company’s latest innovations have a strong focus on AI, smart robotics, and operational efficiency
New Zealand brings freshness to Bangkok with fruit truck campaign
Trucks deliver New Zealand apples, avocados and kiwifruit directly to Thai customers in NZTE promotion
Asia Fruit Logistica edition of Asiafruit out now
Bumper 30th anniversary issue includes exclusive industry panel breaking down Asia’s fresh produce market over the past three decades plus full preview of Asia Fruit Logistica and Asiafruit Knowledge Centre
Mission Produce’s Central and South America president to retire in November
After 14 years of leadership expanding Mission Produce’s operations across Central and South America, Juan Wiesner will retire effective 1 November, with Simón González stepping into an expanded senior role
Video: Industry is ‘resilient’ despite cost increases
Worldwide Fruit CEO Steve Maxwell tells Nina Pullman why there’s more growth to come in avocado, and how the industry has shown resilience in the face of rising costs, inflation and National Insurance increases
Westfalia avocado oils lauded at inaugural SA Food & Beverage Awards
Company said the prizes reaffirm its commitment to quality and innovation
Guatemalan avocado exporters still waiting to embark on exports to US
Hopes are high that first shipments will take place before the end of the year
New Zealand avocado industry unites under FernMark
First industry-wide certification secured by New Zealand’s avocado sector
Spanish fruit and vegetable imports show strong growth
Spain’s fresh produce imports have shown significant growth in the first five months of 2024, with both volume and value increasing across most major categories
Experts expect no slowdown in UK avocado market
Global avocado supplies continue to increase, leading many to predict imminent issues of oversupply, but a panel of UK experts at this year’s Festival of Fresh conference see more room for growth
WAO: Avocados top the charts in nutrient-to-water efficiency
To mark World Avocado Day, the organisation highlights avocados as a nutritional powerhouse and an environmentally conscious option
Kenya’s avocado exporters scale up
As Kenya rises in the global avocado ranks, exporters like Karakuta and Keitt are investing in infrastructure, orchards and market diversification to stay ahead of the competition
Egyptian avocado producer Pico plans significant plantation expansion
Suppliers eyes strategic growth in avocado production, taking advantage of Egypt’s advantageous supply window that largely avoids the dominant producers
DiMuto ships first AI-verified Peruvian avocados into China
Trade solutions provider has now enabled digital traceability across three key fresh fruit categories
Strong start for Peruvian avos
Exports for first half of 2025 show big jump in value and volume
Trops inaugurates €9mn Tavira facility
Centre will serve as a strategic location for company’s avocado operation, sorting and packing fruit for the international market
Montosa ready for next chapter of growth
Company seizing on rising demand for avocados and guacamole to push into new markets
Brazil’s fruit exports surge 27 per cent in first half of 2025
Brazil has recorded significant growth in its fruit export sector for the first half of 2025, with volume up 27.2 per cent and value increasing by 12.6 per cent compared to the same period last year
T&G Global confirms sale process amid takeover interest
The New Zealand-based fresh produce exporter has engaged Craigs Investment Partners to assist with a potential sale after receiving numerous expressions of interest
Australian avocados look to increase international market share
Ongoing B2B and B2C campaigns highlight region’s year-round supply, high-quality fruit and varied use cases
Maersk opens strategic cold chain facility in Peru’s Olmos region
Logistics giant Maersk has strengthened its presence in Peru’s agricultural sector with a new 17,500 sq m packing and cold chain logistics centre in Olmos, designed to handle avocados, blueberries, and mangoes for global markets.
BayWa reports €1.6bn loss as it attempts to overcome ‘most serious crisis’
German conglomerate reveals impact of recent liquidity problems, but insists transformation plan will ensure long-term financial stability
Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet names Andrea Montagna as co-CEO
Florida-based fresh produce supplier introduces new leadership structure as part of long-term succession plan and growth strategy.
Egypt’s Pico plots premium push in multiple fruits
The Egyptian grower-exporter is optimistic concerning new premium grape varieties’ ability to extend the season, while blueberries and exotics continue to expand Pico’s portfolio
Westfalia Fruit acquires Dutch avocado specialist Greenpoint Trading
Global avocado company expands European operations with acquisition of Dutch foodservice supplier, known for its Avojoy brand
BeeHero enters third season in Australia
Precision pollination specialist BeeHero has launched its services for Australian growers for the third consecutive season, now supporting over 70,000 acres of crops with new pre-pollination reports and enhanced connectivity infrastructure
Wimbledon confirms no ban on avocados amid sustainability debate
The All England Tennis Club has confirmed that avocados remain available at Wimbledon, countering rumours of a ban following sustainability concerns raised in UK media.
Avocados from Colombia brand makes US debut
CAB said the milestone marks a new era of growth, identity, and opportunity for Colombian avocados
Chilean avocado output reaches highest level in 15 years
Better-than-expected results down to favourable climatic conditions, improved fruit set and better growing techniques
Apeam begins delivery of 690,000 pine plants in Michoacán and Jalisco
Move is part of the association’s forest conservation programme
Mission Produce appoints Laura Flanagan to board of directors
Flanagan brings over 25 years of experience in the food and beverage industry
Comment: Tropical fruit market outlook remains positive despite global challenges
Despite widespread geopolitical turmoil and economic challenges, the outlook for tropical fresh fruit remains extremely positive according to RaboResearch’s Cindy van Rijswick at the Fruitnet Tropicals Congress.
Global avocado market surpasses US$20bn
New RaboResearch report shows new acreage and more diversified supply base is driving export growth
Montosa champions quality as driver of growth in avocado sector
Speaking at Fruitnet Tropicals Congress, company said added value, specialisation, and close collaboration with retailers are key to sustainable growth