United States: The largest California avocado crop since 2020 is expected this year

(Agraria.pe) Avocado growers in California (United States) are preparing for what is expected to be their largest crop since 2020. "California avocado supplies are expected to reach commercial volumes in late March/early April and supplies are expected to remain at a good level through the summer," says Terry Splane, vice president of marketing for the California Avocado Commission (CAC). The outlook remains optimistic even despite recent extremely strong winds in some growing areas. "Consistent investments and planting of new trees over the past decade have helped improve yield per hectare and allow us to expect a good crop," says Splane. "Growers are keeping an eye on weather conditions, especially rain and sun, to promote optimal fruit development." In California, avocados come primarily from regions such as San Diego, Ventura and San Luis Obispo counties, where growing conditions have been favorable. “Generally, harvest starts earlier in the south and then moves north, but ...