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Mexico is the leading grower of Hass avocados, accounting for about half of worldwide consumption. About 90% come from the state of Michoacán in central Mexico.
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Unlike many tree fruits, avocados do not fully ripen until after they are picked. When allowed to remain longer on the trees, as often happens in Mexico, mature avocados have a slightly higher oil content that accounts for their ultra-rich texture and flavor.
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Hass avocados are also known as "alligator pears" because of their rough pebbly skin.