Agricultural experts are warning about a disease, sunblotch viroid (ASBVd), that can severely stunt avocado tree growth.

Florida avocados, a signature staple in kitchens, a favored fruit tree in landscapes and a source of pride for the state's ...

Florida avocado growers are facing a renewed threat from sunblotch viroid, a disease capable of cutting yields and rendering ...

A 2023 report by Climate Rights International found that avocado expansion over the preceding decade resulted in the clearing ...

A new program using satellite imagery seeks to raise pressure on avocado growers by getting support from American buyers.

Savor California sunshine in every bite with juicy avocado burgers that define pure summer flavor and coastal joy.

Westfalia Fruit is pioneering precision breeding with AI and genetics to develop resilient, consumer-driven avocado varieties ...

But why do avocados turn brown so quickly? It comes down to chemistry. Avocados have an enzyme called polyphenol oxidase (PPO ...

CARPINTERIA, Calif. (KEYT) Carpinteria is celebrating its 39th Avocado Festival. Visitors enjoyed live music on multiple stages full of music. They also had a chance to dine on avocado inspired dishes ...

Byron E. (Barney) Titcomb likes avocadoes; so, he has grown an avocado tree six feet tall — in one of the U.S. Soil Conservation Service offices at 126 Fenn St., a fitting site. The trouble is it has ...

Laurel wilt is a disease spread by the non-native red bay ambrosia beetle that affects trees in the laurel family. The disease, which originated from infested wood packing material, has killed native ...