Resilience gaps and opportunities for the avocado industry

Year of publication2023

AuthorFAO

PublisherFAO

AbstractStrengthening the resilience of avocado value chains is increasingly important as the sector faces multifaceted risks, including climate change, pests and diseases, and economic downturns, among others. By building resilience, avocado companies and associations can ensure the continuity of their operations and businesses. The Responsible Fruits project conducted a detailed study to identify the main challenges and opportunities to strengthen the resilience of the avocado and pineapple industries. This brief highlights the main findings for the avocado industry.

 

ThemeResponsible Business Conduct (RBC) in Agriculture, Responsible Global Value Chains, Responsible Agricultural Supply

Product typeBrochure (factsheet; flyer/leaflet; Poster; banner)

SeriesSustainable Tropical Fruits Series (Technical Briefs)

Areas of workEmerging Trends, Challenges and Opportunities

Keywordsavocados; crop production; production factors; value chains; resilience