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Our Florida Avocado Shipping Season begins in Mid - July and runs through August.

(Avocados CANNOT be shipped to Canada.)

The Florida Avocado is creamy, buttery and full of flavor. With one bite you will understand why this tropical fruit is so popular. Native to Mexico and Central and South America, the primary centers of production for Florida Avocados are Miami-Dade and Collier counties. They are available from late May through March. Florida avocados have less oil by almost half than other varieties, making them a viable alternative for those who love the flavor but want to reduce the amount of fat in their diets. One medium avocado contains a whopping 17 grams of fiber, almost 7 grams of protein, 1067 mg of potassium, and more than 400 IU of Vitamin A. Due to their vitamin and mineral content, they are a guilt-free treat. 

When selecting a ripe Florida avocado, look for fruits that are heavy for their size and that are free from blemishes, with deep green skin. The flesh inside will range from pale to rich yellow with a green tinge. Ripe avocados yield to gentle pressure and have a creamy texture similar to butter or custard. Unripe avocados will ripen when placed in a paper bag on thecounter for 2 or 3 days. Once ripened, you may store avocados in the refrigerator for several days. To open an avocado, simply slice in half lengthwise and remove the seed by sticking it with a knife and twisting it so that it pops out. Take a spoon to each half, place it between the peel and the flesh and gently scoop out the flesh. At this point, slice or dice the avocado. To prevent the fruit from browning before it is eaten, simply sprinkle lemon or lime juice over the avocado.  Avocados are best when eaten fresh. From the star ingredient in guacamole, to a pureé added to your favorite salad dressing, or to slices added to sandwiches and salads, Florida avocados liven up any meal!

Florida Avocado Facts & Recipe from the Univ of Florida Institute of Food & Agriculture Services

More Avocado facts for the Florida Department of Agriculture