LGS Specialty Sales Announces Extended Chilean Murcotts Season Through Thanksgiving

November 13, 2024 LGS Specialty Sales, Ltd.

This timeframe not only allows for a seamless transition into the Moroccan clementine season, but also offers retailers and consumers longer availability of great tasting fruit with a strong flavor profile.

Mission Produce Implements Policy Addressing Illegal Deforestation

November 11, 2024 Mission Produce, Inc.

In the policy, Mission Produce will prohibit its direct sourcing operations in Michoacán from sourcing avocados from the 279 orchards recently identified to be associated with illegal deforestation by the Ministry of Environment for the State of Michoacán.

Colombia Avocados Anticipate Significant Volume Growth in Q4

November 5, 2024 Colombian Avocados

At the 2024 Annual Meeting, The Colombia Avocado Board (CAB) announced that an estimated 30 million pounds of Colombian avocados are projected to be shipped to the U.S. market in Q4-2024. This new milestone for Q4 follows a record-breaking summer travel season and highlights the strong upward trend in Colombian Hass avocado export to the U.S. By the end of 2024, exports are projected to reach approximately 95 million pounds for the calendar year, a significant increase from the 30 million pounds reported by USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service in 2023.

GoVerden Opens New Headquarters in Plano, Texas and Doubles Staff

October 25, 2024 GoVerden

GoVerden, a leading avocado supplier and maker of premium all-natural, ready-made guacamole, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new USA headquarters in Plano, Texas. This strategic move is designed to support the company’s rapid growth and enhance its ability to serve key markets across all of North America. The new office is located in the prestigious Legacy West development.

Avocados From Mexico and Rob Gronkowski Help Shoppers Throw the Ultimate Big Game Watch Party with “Always a Good Bowl” Campaign

October 24, 2024 Avocados From Mexico

Avocados From Mexico®, the number one selling avocado brand in the U.S., is once again taking its national shopper campaign to the end zone for the Big Game. This year, the brand is teaming up with iconic tight end, broadcaster and 4x Big Game champion, Rob Gronkowski, to help shoppers get ready for their Big Game parties. Fans will be the MVP when they make a bowl of fresh, delicious guacamole made with Avocados From Mexico that’ll be talked about long after the final whistle blows.