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[H1] Quality Rooted in Tradition

Let's Grow Together

[H1] Delivering Exceptional Produce Since 1914

For more than 100 years, Index Fresh has cultivated a deep expertise in produce and a vast global sourcing network. Today, we are a worldwide leader in fresh avocados, helping our customers grow by consistently delivering premium quality fruit and innovative marketing solutions.

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[H2] Quality You Can
Trust, Varieties
for Every Season
Index Fresh has a singular focus—fresh avocados—sourced from a global network. We build custom programs that highlight seasonal offerings, ensuring our customers can always access the highest quality fruit at a fair market price.

Our Avocados

[H2] Year-Round Freshness from 
the Best Growing Regions

Index Fresh has a vast network that enables us to deliver the best quality, any month of the year. We partner with avocado growers and packers from premier growing regions across North and South America.

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[H3] California
A vast region with a near-year-round growing season, producing a wide variety of avocados.

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[H3] Mexico
Rich soil and an ideal climate allow for production of Hass avocados, with year-round imports to the U.S.

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[H3] Peru
A thriving, coastal growing region with a centuries-long history of Hass avocado cultivation.

[IMG: Colombia Orchard]

[H3] Colombia
Year-round production across many small plantations, with multiple blooms and harvests per year.

[IMG: Chile Orchard]

[H3] Chile
The Mediterranean climate allows for extended growing season, with a focus on Hass avocados.

[IMG: Guatemala Orchard]

[H3] Guatemala
An emerging region with a temperate climate, rich soil, and proximity to markets.

Our Sourcing Regions

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Fresh Insights & Industry News

Stay up to date with the latest avocado trends, farming insights, and company updates from Index Fresh.

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California Crema GEM Campaign Enters Second Season

It’s another standout season for California Crema GEM Avocados, as Index Fresh builds on last year’s successful launch with expanded distribution, fresh in-store execution, and growing shopper awareness.

May 12, 2026
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Spring 2026: Key Avocado Cultural Tips

As spring arrives across California's avocado groves, growers are navigating a critical season marked by earlier and more robust flowering and fruit set compared to last year.

May 12, 2026
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[H1] About Index Fresh

Index Fresh was founded in 1914 in Orange County by California produce growers. Today, Index Fresh is a worldwide marketer of avocados, sourcing from all major growing regions, and remains dedicated to delivering the highest quality produce and service to customers around the world.

[H3] 1914

[H4] Planting the Seeds

Over 100 years ago, the company now known as Index Fresh opened in South California, producing lemons and oranges. We were among the first grower-owned distributors in Orange County. In 1914, we operated under the name Index Orchards. Business boomed, and 15 years later, we became a cooperative and renamed ourselves the Index Mutual Association.

[H3] 1950

[H4] A New Harvest

By 1950, we acquired our sister cooperative, the United Growers Association, and decided to branch out and try our hand at avocado distribution. Avocados quickly replaced our production of lemons and oranges during the ‘60s and ‘70s. As much as we loved the La Habra Valley, the wheels of progress kept turning, and our headquarters moved to the town of Bloomington in San Bernardino County. In 1989, we designed and built a certified, state-of-the-art packing and cooling facility.

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[H3] 1999

[H4] A Growth Cycle

Throughout the early ‘90s, the popularity of avocados increased, and consumers began demanding them year-round. We expanded our product line to include Chilean avocados and changed our name again to Index Fresh of California. In 1999, we converted our business from a cooperative back to a grower-owned distributor and returned to our roots as Index Fresh, Inc.

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[H3] Today

[H4] Rooted in Tradition

Today, Index Fresh has grown to a worldwide marketer of avocados and remains dedicated to our roots, enabling us to deliver the highest quality product and service.

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Bloomington, CA

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Pharr, TX

[H2] Supply Chain Standards

Index Fresh’s Supply Chain Standards reflect a commitment to safe and ethical business practices, legal compliance, and corporate responsibility across all operations and supply chains.

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[H3] Food Safety

Our facilities and partners have achieved PrimusGFS certification, a globally recognized standard for food safety management in the fresh produce industry. We exclusively utilize materials that meet stringent food-grade requirements, ensuring the highest levels of safety and quality throughout our supply chain.

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[H3] Social & Environmental Standards

We are proud to maintain a supply chain that adheres to labor and environmental laws, human rights conventions, and industry best practices. Our commitment to excellence includes fostering mandatory compliance, engaging in continuous monitoring, and implementing proactive measures to support our valued business partners.

[H1] Our Avocados

Index Fresh avocados are delicious, nutritious, and available year-round. Delight your customers with a reliable supply of top-quality, ripe-when-you-need-it fruit sourced from the world’s finest growing regions.

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[H2] Our Brands
Our bold brands, AvoTerra, California Crema, and So Good, represent our global year-round and seasonal offerings.

See Our Brands

[H2] Avocado Sizes

Avocados are categorized based on the weight of an individual fruit. These sizes are determined by the number of fruit from each size category needed to fill a 25 lb. carton. For example, a “size 48” avocado is categorized as such because 48 of these avocados placed in a carton have a net weight of 25 lbs. Therefore, the larger the size designation, the smaller the fruit. As with maturity standards, the Avocado Inspection Service is responsible for monitoring the size of the individual fruit in each carton and certifying that each filled carton weighs 25 lbs., plus or minus a half-pound.

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[IMG: Size 84]

Size
28
32
36
40
48
60
70
84

Total Weight
13.75 – 15.70 oz.
11.75 – 14.00 oz.
10.50 – 12.50 oz.
9.50 – 11.50 oz.
7.50 – 9.50 oz.
6.25 – 7.50 oz.
4.75 – 6.25 oz.
3.75 – 4.75 oz.

Yield
8.50 oz.
7.50 oz.
6.50 oz.
6.00 oz.
4.85 oz.
4.00 oz.
3.50 oz.
3.00 oz.

% Flesh
70%
70%
70%
70%
70%
66%
66%
66%

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Size 28
Total Weight: 13.75 – 15.70 oz.
Yield: 8.50 oz.
% Flesh: 70%

[IMG: Size 32]

Size 32
Total Weight: 11.75 – 14.00 oz.
Yield: 7.50 oz.
% Flesh: 70%

[IMG: Size 36]

Size 36
Total Weight: 10.50 – 12.50 oz.
Yield: 6.50 oz.
% Flesh: 70%

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Size 40
Total Weight: 9.50 – 11.50 oz.
Yield: 6.00 oz.
% Flesh: 70%

[IMG: Size 48]

Size 48
Total Weight: 7.50 – 9.50 oz.
Yield: 4.85 oz.
% Flesh: 70%

[IMG: Size 60]

Size 60
Total Weight: 6.25 – 7.50 oz.
Yield: 4.00 oz.
% Flesh: 66%

[IMG: Size 70]

Size 70
Total Weight: 4.75 – 6.25 oz.
Yield: 3.50 oz.
% Flesh: 66%

[IMG: Size 84]

Size 84
Total Weight: 3.75 – 4.75 oz.
Yield: 3.00 oz.
% Flesh: 66%

[H2] Year-Round Availability

Index Fresh has long-standing partnerships with a vast network of growers and packers across North and South America, so we can guarantee a consistent supply of high-quality fruit.

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Peak Volumes

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Limited Volumes

Jan.
Feb.
Mar.
Apr.
May
Jun.
Jul.
Aug.
Sep.
Oct.
Nov.
Dec.

Mexico Hass

California Hass

Peru Hass

Chile Hass

Colombia Hass

Our Sourcing Regions

[H2] Our Varieties
Index Fresh offers a growing portfolio of fresh avocados. Hass are available year-round and complemented by limited-time regional varieties.

Our Varieties

[H2] Business-Boosting Services

From leading ripening expertise to state-of-the-art packaging solutions, Index Fresh offers a variety of services designed to meet your needs and help your business thrive.

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[H3] Ripening

Meet customer demand and better manage inventory by ensuring you have a consistent supply of ready-to-eat avocados.

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[H3] GEM Variety Leader

Index Fresh is a pioneer in marketing the GEM variety. Unlock the varietal’s full potential with California Crema GEM avocados.

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[H3] Bagging Technology

Improve efficiency and reduce waste by choosing our innovative packaging options and direct-to-print capabilities.

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[H3] Private Label Program

Get certified Index Fresh quality with your own unique label. We offer tailored solutions and design each project to be distinctive and meaningful.

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[H3] Real-Time Market Updates

Stay up to date on the latest global market trends and access insights that drive sales and category growth.

[IMG: California Crema GEM Campaign Enters Second Season]

It’s another standout season for California Crema GEM Avocados, as Index Fresh builds on last year’s successful launch with expanded distribution, fresh in-store execution, and growing shopper awareness. From April through June, California Crema GEMs once again showcase a premium California-grown variety known for its golden-flecked, dark skin, rich nutty flavor, and high-density nutritional value.
California Crema was created to shine a spotlight on the GEM variety and the growers behind it, pairing limited-season availability with an elevated, story-driven brand. Now in its second year, the program is gaining traction with retailers who see the opportunity to differentiate their avocado set, feature a seasonal California item, and engage consumers who actively seek out local, sustainable choices.
On the shelf, California Crema packaging continues to do a lot of heavy lifting.
The bright, radiant design pops in the produce aisle, while much of the product line uses home-compostable cellulose net bags, recyclable paper film, and certified home-compostable PLUs to keep the brand aligned with environmentally mindful practices.
Retail partners are leaning into that story. Many are featuring California Crema GEMs in bagged and bulk sets, building displays, and using point-of-sale materials that highlight variety, flavor, and California origin. Index Fresh is supporting those efforts with promotional kits, a dedicated CaliforniaCremaAvocados.com website that offers recipes and ripeness tips, and seasonal pricing programs designed to help retailers move volume while maintaining a premium position for GEMs.
As you’ll see in the photos in this newsletter of California Crema GEMs showing up in more stores, more prominently, and with stronger storytelling than ever before. That momentum reflects the quality fruit you produce and the shared commitment to grow and pack GEMs in a way that meets the expectations of today’s retail buyers and consumers.
Thank you for your continued partnership in bringing California Crema GEM Avocados to market. We look forward to building on this season’s success and further elevating the GEM variety in the years ahead.

[H2] Stay Connected

info@indexfresh.com

(800) 864-5641

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