…FDA encourages washing avocados before consuming them. The report notes that “Consumers commonly slice avocados and extract the fruit’s pulp prior to eating it, discarding the fruit’s peel as they…
New, Yet Old, Competition for California Avocados?
There may soon be some new, yet old, competition for California avocados and they have a tropical flair. After 25 years, Hawaii has again begun shipping Sharwil avocados to the…
Avocado Producers Bracing for Light 2019
California Avocados are bracing for a light 2019. July’s heat wave in southern California seems to have affected many of the state’s avocado trees. The California Avocado Commission told AgAlert…
Easy Peel Avocado Looking to Copy Citrus Success
…60 million avocados from us, so we’re sure that this fantastic avocado will minimize fuss and make life a little bit easier.” There have been some reviews of the easy…
USDA Announces Hass Avocado Board Appointments
…a very important role developing markets and uses for a projected volume of more than 2.4 billion avocados in the U.S. marketplace,” said Perdue. “The Hass avocado industry will be…
Best Veggies to Grow Indoors
…outdoor garden. They can easily be grown indoors. Such as carrots, beets, onions, garlic, herbs, tomatoes, lettuce, spinach, broccoli, tomatoes, potatoes, and avocados, and much, much more. All that’s needed…
Celebrating National Avocado Day
…of a medium avocado). Eighty percent of the avocados eaten worldwide are Hass avocados, according to the Hass Avocado Board. They’re not only perennial, but they also have a long…
Foods Rich in Magnesium Important to Your Health
…it won’t hurt your waistline. Two great ingredients for taco night also give you a nice magnesium boost: avocados and black beans. Peanut Butter and Brazil nuts also make the…
Clean 15 Fruits and Veggies of 2018
…buying organic, which will save you quite a bit of money in the long run. The Clean 15 list of 2018 includes: 1. Avocados 2. Sweet Corn 3. Pineapples 4….
Citrus Peels Have Many Uses
…use it for making things like a citrus sugar scrub by combining it with other things in the kitchen, like avocados and cucumbers. There are so many creative, all-natural and…
Avocado Museum Educates and Fascinates
…of an old-school feel when you first arrive. Walkmans will be passed out when you enter, so you can listen to the tale of how avocados go from grove to…
Grow Indoor Edible Plants
…flavonoids.”. Avocados. These beloved fruits are a great option to grow indoors during the long winter months. For more ideas on how to use your indoor edible plants, download the…
Fresh Advertising Campaign for California Avocados
…for, and loyalty to California avocados in season.” The fresh advertising campaign incorporates a media strategy focused on key markets and retailers in areas where California avocados are in distribution….
Roof Rat Damage Causing Concern for Growers
…in several different commodities including citrus, avocados, pomegranates and nut crops. Aside from feeding on the crop directly, rendering it unmarketable, the rodents are also chewing on tree limbs and…