Category: Fruits

The climate in Kerala suits avocado (butter fruit) trees, as they grow well here and give good yields. Where do avocados grow in India? In India, avocado is not a commercial fruit crop. It was introduced from Sri Lanka in the early part of the twentieth century. In a very limited scale and in a […]

They’re chock-full of nutrients and are a source of “good fat,” which keeps you full for a long time. Californians are known for healthy eating and living, so obsessing over avocados fits right in with this lifestyle. Along with these health benefits, avocados fit into every type of diet. Why do people love avocado so […]

The Mayan people revered the fruit and even used the avocado as a symbol on their famous calendar. The people of Central America first called the fruit aguacate, after the word for testicle – ahuacatl. The name was inspired by their shape and because they often hang on the tree in pairs. What is the […]

Bananas. Thanks to banana’s texture, it’s the perfect substitute for creamy avocado. “Like avocados, bananas offer smoothies a smooth texture and consistency. Which Indian fruit is similar to avocado? Cashew Fruit Many are perhaps not aware of cashew fruits, but this fruit is produced in abundance in India. The freshly available fruit contains a generous […]

The first written record in English of the use of the word ‘avocado’ was by Hans Sloane, who coined the term, in a 1696 index of Jamaican plants. Who came up with the name avocado? When the Aztecs discovered the avocado in 500 BC, they named it āhuacatl, which translates to “testicle.” It is likely […]

In Pakistan, the avocado tree Hass and Lula grafted varieties have successfully been grown in Sargodha, Lahore, Sukkur and even Charsadda in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Hass variety is the export variety. How can we grow avocado at home in Pakistan? Suitable avocado varieties for Pakistan The plantlets of Avocado should be protected from frost for 3 […]

60 F to 85 F. Remember that avocado trees do best at moderately warm temperatures (60 F to 85 F) with moderate humidity. They can tolerate temperatures, once established, of around 28 F to 32 F with minimal damage. Avoid freezing temperatures. Plant your tree in March through June. Where is the best place to […]

Unlike many other avocado varieties, Hass avocados are native to California, not Mexico. The growing Hass avocado popularity during the 1950s was so great that producers in Mexico started growing the Hass over other indigenous varieties. Is Mexican avocado a Hass avocado? Mexico is the world’s largest producer of Hass avocados. It produces over 65% […]

AVOCADO Plantation in Punjab , Plantation being done now and would complete in a few days . The plants are grafted and mix varieties are planted like indian variety, fuerte and Hass. This farm is intercropped along with Dragon Fruit in between and Apple on boundary. Can we grow avocado in India? In India, avocado […]

Avocado is not a commercial fruit crop in India. However, it’s safe to say that avocado farming in India is surely profitable. The amount of fruits imported is far more than the number of fruits produced in the country. Is avocado farming possible in India? In India, avocado is not a commercial fruit crop. It […]

In India, avocado is not a commercial fruit crop. It was introduced from Sri Lanka in the early part of the twentieth century. In a very limited scale and in a scattered way it is grown in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra, Karnataka in the south-central India and in the eastern Himalayan state of Sikkim. What […]

Guacamole is traditionally made by mashing peeled, ripe avocados and salt with a molcajete y tejolote (mortar and pestle). Recipes often call for lime juice, cilantro, onions, and jalapeños. Is avocado dip the same as guacamole? We know the answer is obvious to most of you, but nevertheless, a lot of people ask this question. […]

Whether you start from seed or a nursery-grown tree, one essential for success is patience. Plant a tree, and you’ll wait three to four years for fruit. Start with a seed, you may wait 13 years or more. Even so, there’s something special about homegrown avocados that make them worth the wait. How long does […]

There’s a reason why Michoacán, Mexico supplies more than 80% of the United States’ avocados. The state’s rich volcanic soil, abundant sunlight, consistent climate, timely rainfall, and natural irrigation coalesce to create the perfect environment for avocado production and harvest. Why are there only Michoacán avocados? Michoacán provides avocado farmers with natural irrigation, volcanic soil, […]

Mexico. The estimated total world production for avocados in 2020 was 8,059,359 metric tonnes, up 13.9% from 7,077,148 tonnes in 2019. Mexico was the largest producer, accounting for nearly 30% of global production. Which country avocado is the best? There is a certain Peruvian export product that has a presence in almost all international markets, […]

The avocado fruit is foreign to Japan and not many know that it’s not commonly used in sushi rolls. In the late 1970s, the avocado became available in Japanese supermarkets, mostly from Mexico. Do avocados come from Japan? Avocados have become a common food item in Japanese cuisine, but the country imports most of its […]

When the Aztecs discovered the avocado in 500 BC, they named it āhuacatl, which translates to “testicle.” It is likely that the texture, shape, and size of the fruit, as well as the way it grows in pairs, inspired the name of the avocado. What does avocado mean in slang? The Word “Avocado” Actually Comes […]

Hass avocados have a higher oil percentage (usually around 18 percent) making the texture more creamy, and is therefore considered as the preferred variety. Indian avocados on the other hand have a lower oil percentage (around 12 percent) making the texture slightly less creamy but a little more nutty in flavour. Which country has the […]

Avocados from Mexico have been fueling America’s taste for the fruit since 1997, when the U.S. Department of Agriculture lifted a 1914 import ban, which originally was implemented due to fears over pests like seed weevils infesting U.S. crops. Why are we banning avocados? The United States decided late last week to temporarily block all […]

Versatile, oil-rich and healthy, avocados are used for eating, as oil and in skincare. A versatile and nutritious fruit, avocados are produced in the humid, subtropical regions of South Africa, most notably the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces during the months of March to September. Are avocados native to Africa? Avocados may have originated in South […]