Industry veteran Steve Taft to retire in June 2027 following over five decades of leadership CHINO HILLS, Calif. — Eco Farms is entering a new chapter of leadership, naming Jim Leach as its next president, effective November 16, 2026. The transition follows founder and President Steve Taft’s announcement that he will retire on June 1, … Continued
Avocado net bag and value-added blend and halves set to arrive by year end Uniting forces at the beginning of 2022 to form a robust avocado solution, Oppy, Avoworks and Eco Farms now announce the launch of its groundbreaking compostable avocado pack. This innovative packaging is set to revolutionize the industry by providing an eco-friendly … Continued
Oppy applauds groundbreaking partner’s half-century milestone While the Oppy-Eco Farms network is just a couple years old, the two companies’ combined 200-plus years of experience has since created massive expansion opportunities for customers seeking new avocado solutions. Lauding its 50th year since pioneering the high-demand fruit, Eco Farms President Steve Taft reflects on how far … Continued
INGREDIENTS 1 teaspoon salt 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ cup extra virgin olive oil Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 12 cooked prawns, deveined (tails left on) 1 pear, cored, peeled & diced 2 Zespri® SunGold kiwifruit, peeled & diced 2 EcoFarms™ avocados, cut in half with seed removed … Continued
Avoworks joins Oppy and Eco Farms to form a robust new avocado solution A unique opportunity to keep shelves stocked with high quality Mexican avocados has arrived, thanks to the addition of Avoworks to the Oppy-Eco Farms go-to-market strategy. Avoworks, a recently formed consortium featuring Michoacán grower-packers Adeac, AvoHit and La Viña and featuring a … Continued
Quadruple G—Green Goodness Garlic Guacamole INGREDIENTS 3 ripe avocados, halved, pitted, skins removed 2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice 3 cloves garlic, finely minced 3 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, finely chopped ½ tsp. kosher or sea salt ½ jalapeno, deseeded and finely chopped 1 small shallot, finely chopped DIRECTIONS In a bowl mash avocado with a … Continued
Eco Farms label reaps benefits of elongated shelf life and transportability Offering premium organic and conventional avocados from California, Chile, Colombia, Peru and Mexico, Oppy is now using Apeel’s plant-based solution to extend the shelf life of its Eco Farms avocados grown in Mexico. Having acquired a 65% stake of Eco Farms in spring 2020, … Continued
Freshly branded packs debut in the hands of dynamic duo Marking a year of striving forward and strengthening synergies since Oppy acquired a 65% stake in Eco Farms last spring, the duo is now bringing California avocados — branded in the new Eco Farms label — to the market, celebrating the unification of the two … Continued
Sergio Ruiz brings 10 years of extensive industry experience to his new role Oppy has added to its extensive team in North America with the hiring of Sergio Ruiz who will focus on building the supply of key items for the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world. Based in … Continued
Vancouver, B.C.-based Oppy has expanded its organic footprint with a majority stake in the first company to grow and market organic avocados in the United States. Oppy’s 65% stake in Eco Farms, a grower and shipper since 1972, is the latest in a series of acquisitions and strategies by the marketer. “Oppy and Eco Farms’ … Continued
Oppy offers year-round supply of excellent quality avocados from both Michoacán, Mexico, as well as California, Chile, Colombia and Peru. Thanks to their exceptional taste and texture, these avocados are hard to beat.
Oppy has recently acquired a 65% stake in Eco Farms, a leading avocado grower since 1972 and the first to grow and market organic avocados in the U.S. The move is the latest in a series of acquisitions and strategies aimed at strengthening Oppy’s key role as a premier grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around … Continued
Oppy has recently acquired a 65% stake in Eco Farms, a leading avocado grower and shipper since 1972 and the first to grow and market organic avocados in the U.S. The move is the latest in a series of acquisitions and strategies aimed at strengthening Oppy’s key role as a premier grower, marketer and distributor … Continued
With a creamy, rich flavor and an undeniably smooth texture, Oppy’s avocados are available year-round to cater to a variety of needs and requirements. Get in touch to learn more.
Oppy operates in 27 countries around the world through several similar strategic partnerships Expanding on its extensive presence in agricultural powerhouse Peru, Oppy has recently acquired a 50% share in Agroretail, one of the foremost produce suppliers in the country. The move solidifies Oppy’s well-established presence in the emerging source country, in which the leading … Continued
Grown in the heart of Mexican avocado country in Michoacan, Mevi’s superior avocados embody the perfect combination of form and flavor. Available in a variety of sizes and pack styles to suit every need so get your orders in now.
Green, gorgeous and great for you – these Mexican avocados look the part and taste it too. Call Oppy to bring some of this goodness to your store!
Make your life less terrible with avocados from Mexico. Get MORE from our grower, Mevi avocados! See the Avocados from Mexico Big Game Spot Teaser…
The Oppenheimer Group announces that effective January 1, 2017 J. David Smith will be promoted to the role of president and chief marketing officer for the leading fresh produce marketing and distribution company. Smith will have strategic oversight of sales, categories and marketing. Operations, finance and human resources will continue to report to Oppy Chairman, … Continued
Consumers in Ontario and Quebec, Canada have been discovering the wonderfully creamy texture of Mevi Avocadoes. The Medina family has grown avocados since 1974. Today, Mr. Medina and his son Javier, annually export Mevi brand avocados produced on over 600 hectares to markets like Canada. Mevi avocados are known for their premium quality, made possible … Continued
More and more customers are discovering the creamy, tasty texture of Mexican grown Mevi avocados. Try one and see for yourself.
Summer salads will taste great with our Peruvian avocados from Camposol. Optimal growing conditions are producing high quality fruit. Volumes are available from now until August. Time is running out!
Vancouver, BC ― A wide assortment of Oppy products are getting in character right now, suiting up for a comprehensive ’eat brighter!’ roll out. The marketer’s first offering―a mesh bag filled with seedless, easy-peel citrus featuring Cookie Monster for back-to-school promotions―will hit the shelves by mid-August.
We are re-launching our Peruvian avocado program. Look for our high quality, hard green avocados June and July. Pre-ripening is available.
Using state-of-the art technology, Mevi now produces avocados on 450 acres in Jalisco. When the USDA clears this region for export later this year, look to Oppy for the best avocados Mexico has to offer.
Mevi opens a new state-of-the-art packing facility in Jalisco.
CIUDAD GUZMAN, Mexico—Visionary grower Mevi Avocados’ new packing facility is up and running―and already poised for expansion.
Strategically located in the state of Jalisco, which is now the second largest source of avocados in the country after Michoacan, the operation’s 35-container-a-week capacity will lift significantly when a second packing line is added in mere months.