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Avocado production in South Africa has expanded markedly since the industry’s humble beginnings over 80 years ago. From a small grove planted in 1938 in what was then Nelspruit, the industry has ...

One variety of avocado, called Gem, has a rich, nutty flavor that would work really well in guacamole. Gem avocados have a ...