Premium Queensland Avocados
Consistent, export-ready Hass and Shepard from trusted Queensland growers. Mature fruit, tight QA, and strong cold-chain to meet program requirements across Asia and the Middle East.
Queensland Supply
We consolidate export programs from north to south Queensland for a balanced season: early Shepard (Feb–Apr) followed by Hass (Apr–Oct). Fruit is harvested to target dry-matter, hydro-cooled or pre-cooled, and packed to your count, grade and label requirements.
Hass
The global export standard: pebbled skin, full buttery flavour and excellent shelf life. Darkens on ripening.
- Good post-harvest performance in cold chain.
- Preferred variety for many retail programs worldwide.
Typical Specs
- SkinPebbled; green to black on ripening
- ShapeOvoid / pear-shaped
- Dry matter at harvest≥ 23% typical (program-dependent)
- Oil~18–22% at maturity (indicative)
- QLD windowApprox. Apr–Oct (peaks vary by district)
Shepard
Green-skin variety that remains green when ripe. Clean, nutty flavour and smooth texture. Popular early season option.
- Stays green when ripe (don’t rely on colour).
- Strong early-season volumes from Queensland orchards.
Typical Specs
- SkinSmooth green (stays green at ripeness)
- ShapeElongated pear
- Dry matter at harvest≥ 21% typical (program-dependent)
- Oil~15–19% at maturity (indicative)
- QLD windowApprox. Feb–Apr (early season)
Export Packing Options
Cartons & Counts
- Standard 5.5–6.0 kg cartons; 10 kg by program.
- Common counts: 12 / 14 / 16 / 18 / 20 / 22 / 24 (others on request).
- Retail prepack available (flow-wrap / nets) for destination packing.
| Count | Approx fruit / 5.5–6.0 kg | Common variety |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | 12 pcs | Hass |
| 14 | 14 pcs | Hass |
| 16 | 16 pcs | Hass |
| 18 | 18 pcs | Hass / Shepard |
| 20 | 20 pcs | Hass / Shepard |
| 22 | 22 pcs | Hass / Shepard |
| 24 | 24 pcs | Hass / Shepard |
Palletisation
- Australian CHEP / Loscam pallets.
- Typically 6 layers × 10 cartons (60/plt) or program-specific stack patterns.
- Corner boards, top sheets, and full pallet wrap for export stability.
QA, Cold-Chain & Handling
Harvest & Maturity
- Fruit harvested against program dry-matter / oil thresholds.
- Field bins handled to minimise abrasion and stem-end damage.
- Hydrocool / pre-cool prior to packing where required.
Cooling & Transit
- Recommended setpoints: 5–7°C (Hass), 6–8°C (Shepard). RH 85–95%.
- Ventilation to manage CO₂ build-up; ethylene control for longer transit.
- Container pulp temp logging and arrival reporting available.
Quality Programs
- Grower + packhouse QA: HARPS / Freshcare / HACCP (site-dependent).
- Defect thresholds & sizing tolerances tailored per customer standard.
- Label, carton print and traceability per destination requirements.
Build your avocado program
Share your weekly count mix, destination and start date. We’ll tailor supply and documentation.