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
Hass Avocados Removed as Host in Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service and the California Department of Food and Agriculture established an Oriental Fruit Fly quarantine in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, California. CAC staff immediately informed USDA of inconsistencies in the quarantine, which led USDA to remove Hass avocado from the host list.
Growers Encouraged to Vote in 2023 CAC General Election
The deadline to submit ballots for the CAC 2023 General Election is October 25. The election is for one producer member seat and one producer alternate member seat in each of CAC’s five districts. One handler member seat and one handler alternate member seat also are available.
Summer 2023 Issue of From the Grove Available Online
The Summer 2023 issue of From the Grove is now available on the California avocado growers’ website.
Commission Now Accepting Nominations for the 2023 CAC General Election
The California Avocado Commission is currently accepting nominations for the CAC Board of Directors. The nomination period for the 2023 General Election will end August 28. Learn more.
Commission Annual Meeting Presentations Available Online
The presentation from the California Avocado Commission's series of annual meetings is now available. The presentation provides an overview of the current state of the industry and the priorities of the Marketing, Production Research and Industry Affairs teams.
CAC Board Alternate Producer Seats Available in Districts 3 and 4
The California Avocado Commission currently has two alternate producer seats available on the CAC Board of Directors. The available positions are for districts 3 and 4 with the terms of office ending October 31, 2023.