LOS ANGELES, CA - Retailers and foodservice operators are in luck, as a popular organic avocado program was recently expanded. Giumarra Companies tailored its newly expanded program for the buy-side, which will be on display at the upcoming Organic Produce Summit (OPS).

“We are delighted to announce the expansion of our organic avocado offerings to better serve our customers,” says Bruce Dowhan, Senior Vice President. “With increased supplies from California and Mexico, we are meeting the rising consumer demand for both bulk and bagged organic avocados of various sizes.”

Since 1982, Giumarra has maintained a steadfast leadership role in supplying organic avocados to North American consumers. Over the years, the company has evolved into one of the largest suppliers of both conventional and organic avocados to customers throughout the United States and Canada.

"In addition to showcasing our organic avocados at OPS, we will showcase some packaging and display solutions that retailers can utilize to promote bags at store level,” adds Megan Gorgisheli, Vice President of Marketing Administration and Brand. “Industry research continues to demonstrate that offering both bagged and bulk avocado options helps increase sales. New this year, we launched a 100 percent plastic-free organic avocado bag, available in limited quantities but we are working on expanding the program.”

In support of Giumarra's commitment to customized service for its valued retail and foodservice partners, the company tailors marketing and merchandising initiatives to enhance consumer demand for avocados, a press release stated.

“Across the country, our strategically located service centers near domestic growing regions and major trade gateways enable 24-hour delivery to most markets,” says Chris Henry, General Manager, Escondido for Giumarra Avocado International. “We are the only produce company with two avocado packinghouses located in California.”

In addition to avocados, Giumarra also offers a range of other organic produce items including apples, asparagus, blueberries, grapes, kiwifruit, pears, and vegetables.

“We are a major national supplier of organic avocados and also have organic supply in some key fruit categories including blueberries, apples, kiwifruit, and grapes. We aim to be a one-stop shop for our customers in as many categories as possible,” Gorgisheli says. “Our team is looking forward to connecting with our industry partners and friends at booth #504.”

Be sure to stop by the Giumarra booth if you will be in Monterey!