Variety |
Hass, Fuerte, Bacon, Pinkerton, Ettinger |
Shape |
Oval, Pear-shaped, or Round |
Skin Texture |
Smooth (Fuerte) or Rough/Bumpy (Hass) |
Skin Color |
Green to dark purple/black when ripe |
Flesh Color |
Pale yellow to light green |
Weight |
150 to 500 grams per fruit (varies by variety) |
Seed |
Single large seed (10–25% of fruit weight) |
Taste |
Mild, buttery, nutty flavor |
Oil Content |
8% to 30% (higher in Hass variety) |
Ripening |
Climacteric fruit (ripens after harvest) |
Shelf Life |
3–7 days at room temp; longer if refrigerated |
Storage Temp. |
4–13°C (39–55°F) |
Nutrients |
Rich in healthy fats, fiber, Vitamin K, E, B6 |
Usage |
Eaten fresh, guacamole, smoothies, spreads |
Packaging |
Trays, crates, or cartons (with or without padding) |
Export Grade |
Graded by size, appearance, firmness, and ripeness |