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Hilary and Andrew Wilkie
Hilary Kitzman Wilkie was introduced to growing avocados on her parents’ beautiful avocado grove in Morro…
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We love California. It’s a special place — the people, the beaches, the forests, the mountains and everything else. To give you an idea of what makes California Avocados particularly special, less than 1 percent of the state is suitable for growing them. We’re talking only the richest of rich soil, the freshest coastal breezes and, of course, the friendly California sun. The most sublime weather conditions foster the growth of our superfood. This, accompanied by the care of about 3,000 California Avocado growers, ensures you of that creamy avocado taste with each slice.
California Avocados are born and raised right here in the U.S. They are meticulously cared for by California farmers and picked at their peak. Since they are grown close to home, California Avocados go from tree to table in just a few days, and we have just the tips for you on finding a perfectly ripe avocado.
It’s a labor of love for our California Avocado growers. They are hands on, every step of the way.
Fertile, sun-kissed soil and cool California breezes help create the ideal climate to produce world-class, premium avocados.
The Hass Avocado is a California native. The Hass variety was discovered in La Habra Heights, California, in the 1920s by Rudolph Hass. In fact, every Hass Avocado in the world can trace its lineage to the original Hass mother tree.
DID YOU KNOW?
The California Avocado season is from Spring through Summer. Find California Avocados
It takes 14 to 18 months to grow a single California Avocado.
One California Avocado tree can produce up to 200 avocados (or 100 pounds of fruit) per season.
There are avocado festivals that celebrate the beloved California Avocado every year!
Hilary Kitzman Wilkie was introduced to growing avocados on her parents’ beautiful avocado grove in Morro…
Catherine Pinkerton Keeling comes from a family that has been farming in California for four generations…
California Avocado growers are committed to building and maintaining a sustainable industry.