Well it's a combination of the not so perfect storm for avocado growers.

Between the fruit getting blown off trees in the wind and the fact that avocado trees do not hold up well in rain, it's not looking good for next years avocado crops.

Some growers are saying they expect less than 40 percent of produce to be able to be exported this year.

Director of Avos to Go Steve Badger joined Mike Hosking.

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Well it's a combination of the not so perfect storm for avocado growers.
Between the fruit getting blown off trees in the wind and the fact that avocado trees do not hold up well in rain, it's not looking good for next years avocado crops.
Some growers are saying they expect less than 40 percent of produce to be able to be exported this year.
Director of Avos to Go Steve Badger joined Mike Hosking.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.