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
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.
2022 California Avocado Commission Annual Report Available Online
The California Avocado Commission’s 2022 Annual Report is available on the California avocado growers’ website. The 2022 Annual Report includes the Commission’s audited financial statements for 2021-22 and ten-year industry statistics.
Fall 2023 Issue of From the Grove Available Online
The latest issue of the California Avocado Commission’s quarterly From the Grove publication is now available online.
