Think you can’t grow avocados in the chilly winters of North Florida? Think again. The significant cold snap of January 2026, which sent temperatures plunging across the Sunshine State, has become the ...

Cold‑tolerant avocado varieties could open production much farther north in Florida, presenting new opportunities as western states face growing challenges.

There's a new threat that may affect a mainstay fruit source for many of the state's growers – Florida avocados. Agricultural experts in Florida are warning this month about a disease, sunblotch ...

Experts warn that Sunblotch Viroid, a microscopic disease, has resurfaced in South Florida avocado trees. It leaves yellow scars on fruit, spreads silently through seeds and rootstock, and can ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A person hand picking a 'Hass' avocado - Jaboo2foto/Getty Images Do you dream about making avocado toast with freshly harvested ...

Eating a Hass avocado and a cup of mango daily improved blood vessel function, lowered diastolic pressure, and boosted nutrients in people with pre-diabetes.

Laurel wilt is a disease spread by the non-native red bay ambrosia beetle that affects trees in the laurel family. The disease, which originated from infested wood packing material, has killed native ...