Avocados come in a diverse range, each one with its own culinary strength. But one avocado is not better than another. They are simply different. You can only compare types of avocado based on their shape, size, taste and texture. While there are many varieties of avocado grown in Zimbabwe, the main one that the […]
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Hass avocados can be spotted easily because they don’t have the appealing color of green skin avocados. The high-fat flesh, nutty taste and buttery texture make the Hass avocado a favorite among many consumers. Its oil content can be 20% or higher and its tough, thick skin makes it ideal for shipping. The higher fat
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Zimbabwe enjoys a subtropical climate that is suitable for avocado production. The Eastern Highlands, stretching from Nyanga in the north up to Chimanimani in the south, receive over 1000mm of rainfall per year. This region has deep, well-drained loam soils and the average annual temperature is 20°C. The Horticultural Development Council (HDC) says avocado is
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Global avocado prices have been generally on an upward trend in the past 10 years. This is driven mainly by greater demand for the fruit but short supply. New markets such as China are also influencing the price changes. Prices in the international market tend to drop sharply when there is an oversupply of avocados.
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Zimbabwe’s horticultural sector has experienced tremendous growth in the last three years alone. The National Trade Development and Promotion Organization of Zimbabwe (ZimTrade) says avocados are hugely contributing to the rise in horticultural exports. Newer avocado plantations that are coming into maturity are boosting export volumes. The journey of avocados from Zimbabwe to markets abroad
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Consumer interest in healthy oils is on the rise. Many are closely monitoring the oils they use for cooking or for skin and hair care. People have become afraid of chemicals and started looking for products that are more natural or safer. Avocado oil is a multi-purpose product that has been proven to have numerous
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Avocados appeal to people of all ages and with diverse backgrounds. More and more consumers are discovering the great taste and health benefits of the green fruit. It is for this reason that South African avocados are experiencing a boom in sales. Avocado Season South Africa Due to the different climatic conditions of the avocado
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South Africa is home to more than 10 avocado varieties due to the favorable climate in most parts of the country. But one of them is playing a huge role in the growth of its avocado industry. A lot of avocado farmers are switching to the Hass variety. Hass avocado has a strong demand in
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There is plenty of selection among avocado varieties. Like most tree crops, one kind of avocado is grafted onto the rootstock of another kind to produce either a hybrid or a different kind. This method of propagation is the best to get the variety you desire. The number of avocado nurseries in South Africa is
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The avocado was regarded as a luxury item in the past but today it is affordable to all. Prices have come down since more of the fruit is being harvested year after year. Countries like South Africa are keen on boosting avocado exports which will push the prices further down. Most of the avocado is
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