Industry
May 7, 2023
The California Avocado Commission is seeking candidates for its board of directors’ public member position. This volunteer position — which will run through October 31, 2024 — provides the member with an opportunity to represent the community and have a voice in the future of the California avocado industry.
May 7, 2023
The California Avocado Commission currently has two alternate producer seats available on the CAC Board of Directors. The available positions are for districts 3 and 4 with the terms of office ending October 31, 2023.
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Apr 30, 2023
The latest issue of the California Avocado Commission’s quarterly From the Grove is now available online.
Apr 28, 2023
The California Avocado Commission’s annual grower crop survey plays a critical role in helping the Commission assess the industry’s overall productivity and better understand and address the challenges growers face. By completing the survey, California avocado growers can help the Commission fine tune the California crop estimate.
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Apr 13, 2023
The California Avocado Commission encourages stakeholders to attend the upcoming CAC 2023 Annual Meetings where they can meet CAC’s new leadership team, learn more about the 2023 marketing campaign and gain insight into the grower-focused priorities of the Production Research and Industry Affairs teams.
Mar 31, 2023
The Hass Avocado Board elections will take place online. In order to vote, eligible U.S. Hass avocado producers and importers must register to vote by April 12 to receive a ballot via email.
Mar 29, 2023
The 5th Annual Climate Action and Ag Symposium, organized by the UCCE San Diego, will be held May 25. The event will take place at the San Diego Farm Bureau Ag Hub located at 420 South Broadway in Escondido, CA.
Mar 25, 2023
The deadline to apply for Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 financial assistance has been extended to March 31, 2023. CFAP 2 is designed to provide producers with financial assistance with increased marketing costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar 21, 2023
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has released its California Agricultural Statistics Review online. The report provides a comprehensive look at California’s agricultural economy, including organic production and exports for the Golden State
Mar 15, 2023
The USDA is now accepting nominations for three producer and two importer members and three producer and two importer alternates to serve three-year terms on the Hass Avocado Board. Appointed members will serve from November 1, 2023 through October 31, 2026.