California Avocados Grow Here

Nothing But The Best.

By the best. For the best. We are the growers of the California Avocado Commission and we are committed to quality, sustainability and good agricultural practices.

Our Mission.

Our Mission is to maximize grower returns by maintaining premium brand positioning for California avocados and improving grower sustainability.

Hand Grown in California.

California Avocados are highly sought after by discriminating consumers who appreciate the fruit’s freshness, exceptional taste, consistently superior quality, and healthfulness.

Growing Avocados

Selling Avocados

Marketing Avocados

Latest News

Independent Retailer Outreach

For the past three years, the California Avocado Commission (CAC) has exhibited at the National Grocers Association (NGA) Show in order to reach independent retailers from across the country. The show gives CAC the opportunity to interact with independent retailers CAC merchandisers wouldn’t normally see at other trade events.

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Avocado Theft Protection Critical Right Now

Recent reports of avocado grove thefts are on the rise. There are several preventative steps California avocado growers can take to protect their groves.

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Index Fresh Offering Farm Labor Seminar

California avocado growers are welcome to attend Index Fresh’s Farm Labor Seminars. The seminars will be offered on three different dates and in three different locations to accommodate growers.

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Action Center

Contact the Commission

12 Mauchly, Suite L | Irvine, CA 92618
Ph: (949) 341-1955 | Fx: (949) 341-1970

Industry Meetings and Events
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Current California Drought Conditions

See the latest status on the California drought, including a state map, from the U.S. Drought Monitor website.

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Report Documents Agriculture’s Impact on Southern California Economy

Examine agriculture's impact — and that of the avocado industry — on the economy of Southern California in a report from the University of California Agricultural Issues Center.

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Current Markets

California Hass (updated 03/03/2014)
Avocado Size FOB Price Field Price
48's 34.00-36.00 1.16-1.24
60's 30.00-31.00 1.00-1.04
70's 24.00-25.00 0.76-0.80
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Avocado Volume Summary (week ending 03/02/2014)
Weekly Volume Season-to-Date
California Total 1,629,386 10,984,516
Import Total 36,812,186 552,865,770
USA Total 38,620,212 577,193,101
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