Our Vision
To be recognized as the most-desired avocado in the world by fostering a vibrant industry.
Our Mission
To maximize grower returns by enhancing premium brand positioning for California avocados and improving grower sustainability.
CAC News
Commission Signs California Ag Industry Letter Urging Congress to Prioritize Disaster Relief Funds
The California Avocado Commission joined 31 other California agricultural entities in drafting and signing a letter urging Congress to prioritize a disaster relief package for farmers and ranchers impacted by unprecedented weather events in 2023. Learn more.
Commission Releases 2024 Pre-season California Avocado Crop Estimate and Harvest Projections
The California Avocado Commission has released the 2024 California Avocado Pre-Season Crop Estimate and Weekly Harvest Projections. These projections are based on pre-season crop estimate surveys completed by AMRIC Handlers.
2023-24 Avocado Release Dates Available
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Avocado Inspection Program has announced the avocado release dates for the 2023-24 season. Learn more.
South Fire in Ventura County
On Saturday morning, December 9, 2023, a wildfire broke out in Ventura County near the top of the ridgeline of South Mountain, located between Somis and Santa Paula. Learn more.
Ken Melban and Terry Splane to Serve as Co-executive leaders of California Avocado Commission
At its November 16 Board meeting, the newly-elected California Avocado Commission Board of Directors named current CAC Vice President of Industry Affairs and Operations, Ken Melban, and Vice President of Marketing Terry Splane as co-executive leaders of the organization, effective immediately. During the same meeting the Board elected its new slate of officers.
Hass Avocados Removed as Host in Queensland Fruit Fly Quarantine
The California Avocado Commission indicated it would work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to remove Hass avocados as a host for the Queensland Fruit Fly quarantine and the USDA has informed CAC that Hass avocados have been removed as a host for the Queensland Fruit Fly quarantine that includes parts of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
