New Hass Avocado Board Executive Committee Announced for 2023 Board Year

December 14, 2022 Hass Avocado Board

The Hass Avocado Board (HAB) has announced its newly-elected executive committee board members that will be serving for the 2023 board year. 

The Hass Avocado Board Makes “Bold” Moves In 2022

December 5, 2022 Hass Avocado Board

As the booming $7 billion avocado industry in the U.S. is continually navigating opportunities as well as challenges that impact its future, emerging leaders are stepping forward and investing their passion and time for the betterment of the whole industry through the Hass Avocado Board’s Board Leadership Development (BOLD) program . With one inaugural class graduated and the second class of twelve seated and soon to finish the curriculum in March 2023, the fresh avocado industry follows closely the growing promise tied to participants and their path forward to board participation and beyond.

New Study Highlights Evolution in Avocado Seasonality

November 15, 2022 Hass Avocado Board

Avocados continue to grow in popularity and are purchased year-round in the United States. However, new data suggests seasonal influences impact retail sales of avocados, driven by supply chain dynamics and shopper purchase behaviors. These influences have steered the category into an evolution of seasonality over the past four years. 

USDA Announces Appointments to the Hass Avocado Board

November 2, 2022 USDA AMS

The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the appointment of seven members to the Hass Avocado Board. Appointed are two producer members, two producer alternates, one importer member and one importer alternate to fill three-year terms expiring on October 31, 2025, and one vacant importer alternate seat to fill the remainder of the term which expires on October 31, 2024.

Mission Produce Hosts 10th Golf Tournament Fundraiser

September 30, 2022 Mission Produce

Mission Produce, Inc. hosted its annual philanthropic golf tournament in support of The Mission Foundation, which gives 100% of event revenue back to charitable organizations.