How are avocados water hogs? Also, pre-made guacamole is often made with avocados that have ripened on the tree and that may minutely increase their nutritional value. California production is declining because development is encroaching on prime avocado growth areas and because other crops (strawberries) have a bigger financial payback. Marketing efforts for the avocado really grew, and people respond to that marketing. The first Super Bowl ad (in 2015) for Mexican avocados really caused a growth spurt.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 30, 2023 19:01 UTC