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Update on Commission's Pursuit of a Tariff Rate Quota on Mexican Imports

The Commission remains steadfast in our call for a TRQ. Mexico’s volume surges/excesses must be addressed to restore a U.S. market that is fair to U.S. growers. Learn more about CAC's recent efforts.

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Meeting to Explore the Potential of Avocado Production in Northern California

Sep 21, 2026

On October 1, Redox Bio-Nutrients, Brokaw Nursery, and Index Fresh are hosting an Avocado Agronomy meeting to explore the potential of bringing avocado production to the northern region of California. Prospective avocado growers are invited to attend.

GreenSheet | September 16, 2026

Sep 16, 2026

Read the latest GreenSheet for up-to-the-minute California avocado industry news, research and information.

CAC Research Priorities

Sep 16, 2026

In late August, CAC released a call for research proposals to the international avocado research community. Based on the original priorities document, CAC has funded a number of projects. These projects are listed at the end of the updated research priorities document so the research community can see what has been funded, where gaps may still exist for specific priority topics, and have a general sense of what types of proposals have been successful in securing funding.

Cost Share Funds Available for Organic Certification

Sep 15, 2026

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for the Organic Certification Cost Share Program for 2025 and 2026. The program provides assistance to producers or handlers who are obtaining or renewing their certification under the National Organic Program. Certified producers may receive up to 75% of their certification costs, not to exceed $750 per certification scope.