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It seems simple enough — until you end up with a mangled mess or a trip to the ER. Here's our step-by-step guide to cutting an avocado safely and cleanly, with a video walkthrough.
Read more →Avocado trees have one of the most unusual flowering strategies in the plant kingdom. Learn how their two-phase bloom cycle, Type A and Type B timing, and bee pollination all come together to produce fruit.
Read more →Tired of cutting into an avocado that's too hard or too mushy? Here's our farmer-tested guide to picking the perfect avocado every time.
Read more →The De Luz valley has been avocado country for over a century. Here's the science behind why this corner of Southern California grows some of the best avocados in the world.
Read more →Every avocado at Patel Ranch is harvested by hand. Here's a look at the process from tree to your doorstep, and why hand-picking makes a difference.
Read more →Avocados aren't just delicious — they're a nutrient powerhouse. From heart-healthy fats to fiber and potassium, here's why avocados deserve a spot on your plate.
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