Q&A: Agribusiness consultant Ramon Paz discusses Mexican avocado oversupply

"There is going to be more product than increased demand and that is going to cause prices to moderate a little more. So, the oversupply could drive prices down," Paz foresees.

August 30 , 2023

Westfalia Fruit applauds South African avocado exports admission to China

“The recent announcement of South African avocados gaining access to the vibrant Chinese market is not only a triumph for the avocado industry but also a testament to the vision and dedication of the South African government,” the firm says in a release.

August 29 , 2023

South African avocados coming to China

The latest trade venture is expected to boost fruit cultivation in South Africa, as well as creating new jobs. The avocado sector currently employs over 15,000 people in the country.

August 28 , 2023

California avocado growers’ stormy season winds down

This season, avocado growers welcomed more rain than expected, which is beneficial to tree health. However, they had to brave tough market conditions and below-normal temperatures during the early and peak season.

August 28 , 2023

Oppy expands international scope with Australian citrus

With this, the firm is introducing its latest citrus varieties grown in Australia, including the seedless Daisy and Dekopon mandarin. 

August 24 , 2023

Westfalia India opens first avocado ripening facility

This year also marks the first commercial harvest year for Hass avocados grown in India. 

August 23 , 2023

Four Mexican avocado states declared free of regulated pests

Pest-free zones are crucial to reduce production costs destined for managing regulated pests, improving avocado prices and expanding destination markets.

August 21 , 2023

A look at Hawaii’s avocado sector potential

The Hawaii Avocado Association promotes the Sharwil variety, which is the most common commercial cultivar on the island, and is usually available from November to April.

August 18 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Mexican avocado exports reach unprecedented levels

Having attained a total U.S. import volume just shy of 2.5 billion pounds for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2023, Avocados From Mexico surpassed its previous high-water mark by more than 2%.

August 17 , 2023

HAB webinar reviews global avocado industry

The Hass Avocado Board (HAB) presented a webinar reviewing the 10th World Avocado Congress, held in New Zealand in April 2023. The Auckland congress attracted over 1,000 delegates from 33 countries.

August 15 , 2023