Westfalia Fruit Group

Westfalia Fruit GroupThe multinational Westfalia Fruit Group is a leading supplier of fresh and convenience avocado products to international markets. The Group also offers a wider, diverse basket of fruit and related products through its vertically integrated supply chain throughout the year. Founded more than 75 years ago on guiding environmental, social, governance, and sustainability principles, these practices, rooted in the legacy of our founder, Dr Hans Merensky, remain at the heart of everything the Group does.

Today, operating in 17 countries across five continents, the Westfalia Fruit Group prides itself on advancing sustainable agricultural practices and being a responsible corporate citizen within the communities in which it operates.

As a frontrunner in the avocado industry, with involvement across the entire supply chain, from the selection of plant material through to supply to customers globally, Westfalia Fruit grows, sources, ripens, packs, processes, and markets accredited avocados around the world. Convenience avocado products include guacamole, smashed avocado, avocado cubes, slices and halves, avocado oils and dried mango.

Westfalia Fruit grows fruit in all major origins across the Americas and Africa and also sources from partner orchards, giving the Group one of the most diverse avocado-growing footprints in the world. Westfalia Fruit’s dynamic and integrated supply chain, spanning from research to the consumer, benefits all stakeholders. The Group’s research division, Westfalia Technological Services, is the world’s largest privately funded subtropical fruit research unit. Its dedicated team of scientists and technicians focuses on varietal development, innovation, and environmental matters, and plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the global avocado industry.

A supplier of choice to retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers, Westfalia Fruit operates sales offices across the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America, southern Africa, and Asia. Pack and product formats are tailored to customer requirements, delivering quality, service, and innovation. For more information visit www.westfaliafruit.com.

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Avocado all day, every day: Westfalia Fruit unlocks new consumption moments at PLMA 2026

Avocado all day, every day: Westfalia Fruit unlocks new consumption moments at PLMA 2026. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR059)Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, is redefining avocados from a weekend treat to an everyday habit, with its ready-to-use portfolio developed for growth. At PLMA 2026 (Hall 1, booth B44), Westfalia Fruit will exhibit a full product range, including fresh and ready-to-eat solutions on 19 and 20 May. The company features the scale of the opportunity ahead and highlights why Westfalia Fruit is the natural supplier of choice.

Westfalia Fruit continues to unlock value in the supply chain through its ‘Whole Tree’ approach

Westfalia Fruit continues to unlock value in the supply chain through its ‘Whole Tree’ approach. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR057)Westfalia Fruit continues to advance the future of the sector industry through a long-standing commitment to sustainability, innovation and full crop utilisation.

Westfalia Fruit Logistica 2026 Press Kit

Westfalia Fruit GroupFruit Logistica 2026 is the place where the future of avocados takes centre stage — and Westfalia Fruit is proud to be part of it. From fresh whole fruit to irresistible guacamole and every slice and dice in between, they’re bringing the full avocado experience to Berlin.

Westfalia Fruit launches Middle East hub and appoints new regional lead to drive expansion

Westfalia Fruit is accelerating its international growth with the launch of a Middle East hub in Dubai and a focused market entry program in 2026. The initiative marks a major step in establishing Westfalia Fruit as a leading partner for premium avocados and avocado-based solutions in the Middle East.

Westfalia Fruit brings GEM® Gourmet Avocado experience to Fruit Logistica 2026

Westfalia Fruit brings GEM® Gourmet Avocado experience to Fruit Logistica 2026. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR056)Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, will present its GEM® Gourmet Avocado at Fruit Logistica 2026, reinforcing its continued focus on premium quality, innovation and category growth in the global avocado market.

From Supply to Strategy: Westfalia Fruit Strengthens Marketing and Development Capabilities

From Supply to Strategy: Westfalia Fruit Strengthens Marketing and Development Capabilities. (Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR050)Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit, has established a new Customer Development Team, led by newly appointed Dani Busseni as Global Head of Customer Marketing and Development. The new appointments combine market insights, commercial strategy and category management expertise to identify growth opportunities for both customers and growers.

Westfalia Fruit and AgroSustain Advance Sustainable Innovation in Avocado Supply Chain

Untreated Agrosustain fruit at 6 days room temperature. (Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR055)Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry with a legacy spanning over 75 years, is proud to announce its collaboration with AgroSustain, a pioneering agri-tech company focused on sustainable crop protection. The partnership marks a significant step forward in maintaining quality, reducing food loss and chemical residues across the fresh produce supply chain.

Future-proofing the Avocado industry: Westfalia Fruit’s Varietal Development Program is Leading The Way

Future-proofing the Avocado industry: Westfalia Fruit’s Varietal Development Program is Leading The Way. (Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR051)Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and other fresh produce, has unveiled its unique collection of avocado varieties —one of the most diverse of its kind globally. Situated in one dedicated orchard, containing up to three trees each of more than 140 avocado varieties from around the world, this invaluable ‘genetic library’ is a cornerstone of Westfalia’s “Orchard of the Future”: over 50 hectares of land at Westfalia Fruits research and development hub in Tzaneen, South Africa. Where researchers are breeding the avocado varieties of the future.

Westfalia FRUIT ATTRACTION 2025 Press Kit

From Avocado Varietal Innovation to Driving Market Growth: Westfalia Fruit Demonstrates the Future of Avocados at Fruit Attraction 2025. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR053)At FRUIT ATTRACTION 2025 in Madrid, Westfalia Fruit Group will showcase a series of very exciting initiatives that demonstrate its ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainability at Fruit Attraction 2025 in Madrid.

From Avocado Varietal Innovation to Driving Market Growth: Westfalia Fruit Demonstrates the Future of Avocados at Fruit Attraction 2025

From Avocado Varietal Innovation to Driving Market Growth: Westfalia Fruit Demonstrates the Future of Avocados at Fruit Attraction 2025. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR053)Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit, will showcase a series of groundbreaking initiatives that demonstrate its ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainability at Fruit Attraction 2025 in Madrid (30 September – 2 October). From pioneering research in varietal development, to advancing sustainable supply chain solutions and driving market growth through insights and customer collaboration, visitors to the stand will be able to explore how Westfalia continues to set new standards for the fresh produce industry worldwide.

Meeting Asia’s Taste for Avocados – Westfalia Fruit at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025

Meeting Asia’s Taste for Avocados – Westfalia Fruit at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR054)Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, is proud to exhibit at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025.

Westfalia Fruit Wins Gold and Silver for Avocado Oils at inaugural SA Food & Beverage Awards 2025

Westfalia Fruit Wins Gold and Silver for Avocado Oils at inaugural SA Food & Beverage Awards 2025. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR052)Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit, has emerged as a standout winner at the inaugural South African Food and Beverage Awards 2025, picking up four major accolades for its avocado oil range.