23/04/25 (Agence Europe) – On Wednesday 23 April, the European Commission announced that it had added ‘Aguacate de Canarias’ to the register of protected geographical indications (PGIs). ‘Aguacate de Canarias’ avocados are grown exclusively in the Canary Islands, benefiting from the islands’ volcanic soils and subtropical climate. These natural conditions help to grow a slowly ripening fruit with a creamy texture, a high fat content and a characteristic hazelnut flavour. The environment and cultivation practices have led to the development of local varieties, including the ‘Orotava’ from Tenerife. The reputation of the ‘Aguacate de Canarias’ has grown steadily since the 1960s, when there was a large increase in the number of avocado exports. Today, avocados are celebrated locally at festivals in Gran Canaria and Tenerife and promoted nationally and internationally at events such as ‘Fruit Attraction’, ‘Fruit Logistica’, and ‘Madrid Fusión’. (LC)