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Avocado Farm for Sale South Africa

Is avocado farming profitable in South Africa?

Although high density planting is more expensive to plant and maintain, the harvests start bringing in profits after five years. But with standard density planting, the avocado farm starts being profitable after six years.

What are the risks in avocado farming in South Africa?

Several diseases affect South African avocado fruit such as Cercospora spot, anthracnose and stem-end rot . In South Africa these diseases are controlled by pre-harvest application of high volumes of copper oxychloride fungicides.

Who is the largest avocado producer in South Africa?

Recognised as the Avocado Experts, Westfalia Fruit is a multinational organization with the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world.

How long does it take to grow an avocado tree in South Africa?

Avocados are very rich in protein and minerals as well as oil. Trees grown from seed produce fruit after 7 to 10 years (grafted trees after 2 years).

How much does an avocado farm cost in South Africa?

In South Africa, an avocado farm could cost between R1, 750, 000 to R54, 995, 700.

What month is avocado season in South Africa?

The South African Avocado season extends from February to November with the majority of fruit being harvested from March to September. Due to climatic variability between growing regions, most of the major cultivars are available over an extended period during the season.