On occasion, I come across a planted avocado tree and curiously ask the owner if they have enjoyed any fruits from it. Most always, the answer is "no" with a hint of frustration in their tone. This ...

Avocado trees have specific watering needs that are quite different from other trees, thanks to their shallow root system.

Whether you love the idea of fresh guacamole made from your own avocados, or just like the aesthetics of avocado trees, you’ve probably wondered if it’s possible to grown an avocado tree indoors. To ...

Lauded for its health benefits and adored as a topping for toast, the humble avocado is a certified A-lister of the produce world. It’s also a powerful economic engine: avocado farming today is a ...

This month’s Mountain fire devastated avocado orchards in Ventura County, which is now the largest avocado producer in California. Sergio Acevedo came to the U.S. with almost nothing and built up a ...

Though it is not native to California, the avocado is arguably as tied to the state’s identity as the orange once was. Avocado farmers face multiple challenges: occasional drought, irregular crop ...