While the Trump administration has threatened tariffs on a spate of Mexican goods, avocados have so far been spared. California growers said they want Mexican avocados to keep flowing into the country ...

California avocado growers feared Mexican imports would harm their trade. ... He’s taking precautions to not plant the trees too close to what will eventually be his rebuilt home, ...

While California farmers often rattle off a list of challenges they face including high labor costs, water restrictions and overseas competition, many avocado growers say they have a good thing going.

Avocado consumption has been booming in the United States over the past two decades. The amount of fruit available per person tripled to more than 8 pounds (3.6 kilograms) between 2000 and 2021 ...

California avocado growers say Mexican imports have helped their sales By AMY TAXIN , Associated Press May 28, 2025 Andreas Tompros tours his avocado farm, Ridgecrest Avocados, on Thursday, May 15 ...

Tompros debated whether to plant the more fire-resistant lemon trees or another crop after the fire ripped through Somis, ... California avocado growers say Mexican imports have helped their sales.