June promotional pushes don’t just move product at retail — they can also reshape short-term availability, quality expectations, and menu planning across the broader avocado ecosystem. This year, the California Avocado Commission is leaning into a full-season, multi-channel retail and consumer marketing program designed to lift movement during peak California supply. What retail promos change …
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Mexico has become one of the most practical sourcing origins for IQF fruits and vegetables—not because it’s trendy, but because it fits how real production schedules work. When teams need dependable supply, workable lead times, and a broad ingredient set that supports multiple product lines, Mexico is often the origin that keeps plans intact. Why …
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Avocado is at the heart of countless Mexican dishes—think tacos, tortas, burrito bowls, tostadas, and salads. But if you’ve ever managed production or menu development, you know that fresh avocado doesn’t always play nice with large-scale operations. Short shelf life, seasonal volatility, labor-heavy prep, and inconsistent ripeness make fresh avocado a tough ingredient to scale. …
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The global avocado market is undergoing dynamic shifts, with varied price movements, harvest transitions, and supply chain challenges shaping trade across major producing regions like Mexico, Peru, Spain, and Colombia. Europe: Transition and Price Pressures European markets are shifting from northern hemisphere suppliers to southern origins like Peru and South Africa. While Portuguese and Spanish …
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An exciting development in the avocado industry, as reported by FreshPlaza, highlights the opening of a new facility in Mexico by an Australian-based company. This strategic move has remarkably doubled the production of their innovative non-browning avocado range. This advancement not only underscores the growing demand for avocados but also showcases the evolution of food …
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As the demand for convenient, high-quality avocado products continues to surge in the USA, we wanted to share some compelling insights about Mexican IQF Avocado Purée that could impact your food operations. The Avocado Boom Did you know that avocado consumption in the USA has skyrocketed by 600% since 1998? In 2024, the average American …
Gordon Ramsay’s approach to avocado toast is elegantly simple yet brimming with flavor, demonstrating that sometimes less is indeed more. By combining black sesame seeds, chili flakes, and lemon zest, Ramsay crafts a topping that complements the creamy texture of ripe avocado with an ensemble of tastes and textures. This method highlights the importance of …
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Avocados, often dubbed the divas of the produce aisle, have specific storage needs that vary with their ripeness. When unripe, avocados thrive at room temperature, allowing them to mature to peak creaminess. However, once they reach ripeness, moving them to the refrigerator can significantly extend their usability, slowing down the ripening process and maintaining their …
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The USDA is proposing a significant change to the maturity requirements for avocados grown in South Florida. This proposed regulation could have a major impact on both growers and consumers, as it seeks to ensure that avocados reaching the market are of optimal quality. By adjusting the maturity requirements, the USDA aims to improve the …
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The first half of 2024 has marked a significant milestone for the Colombian Avocado Board (CAB) with avocado shipments to the United States more than tripling compared to the same period in the previous year. According to Fresh Fruit Portal, this striking increase is not just a statistic; it reflects a broader trend in the …
Today, July 31, 2024, is National Avocado Day, a day dedicated to celebrating the nutritious and versatile avocado. This remarkable fruit, a staple from ancient Mesoamerica to our modern kitchens, boasts a rich history and an impressive nutritional profile, making it deserving of its own special day. From its origins in central Mexico around 8000 …
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The avocado market is experiencing significant fluctuations in prices and production across various regions. This volatility is driven by weather impacts, increased cultivation in certain areas, and shifting demand, particularly from China. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the current state of the avocado market. European Union In the European Union, the average wholesale price of …
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