Mission Produce Inc. is a leading global supplier of avocados, specializing in sourcing, ripening, and distributing high-quality avocados to meet the increasing consumer demand. The company operates a vertically integrated model, managing the entire supply chain from the cultivation of avocados on its own orchards to distribution through strategic partnerships and logistics networks. With a focus on sustainability and quality assurance, Mission Produce is committed to delivering fresh avocados to retailers, food service providers, and customers around the world, while also promoting the health benefits and versatility of this popular fruit. Read More
Shares of avocado company Mission Produce (NASDAQ:AVO)
jumped 4.8% in the afternoon session after the company agreed to acquire Calavo Growers in a cash-and-stock deal valued at roughly $430 million. Analysts viewed the deal as strategically attractive because it was expected to expand Mission's scale in North American avocados, broaden its customer base, and quicken its diversification into prepared foods.
OXNARD, Calif., Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Produce, Inc. (Nasdaq: AVO) (“Mission Produce” or the “Company”), a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing fresh Hass avocados, with additional offerings in mangos and blueberries, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved the adoption of a limited duration stockholder rights plan (the “Rights Plan”), effective January 21, 2026, with a one-year duration expiring on January 21, 2027.
Wrapping up Q3 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the perishable food stocks, including Mission Produce (NASDAQ:AVO) and its peers.
BALA CYNWYD, Pa., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brodsky & Smith reminds investors of the following investigations. If you own shares and wish to discuss the investigation, contact Jason Brodsky (jbrodsky@brodskysmith.com) or Marc Ackerman (mackerman@brodskysmith.com) at 855-576-4847. There is no cost or financial obligation to you.
The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who not so much). Let’s take a look at how perishable food stocks fared in Q3, starting with Fresh Del Monte Produce (NYSE:FDP).
Shares of avocado company Mission Produce (NASDAQ:AVO)
fell 5.4% in the afternoon session after the company agreed to acquire Calavo Growers (CVGW) in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $430 million.
Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the merger of Mission Produce, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVO) and Calavo Growers, Inc. is fair to Mission shareholders. Upon completion of the proposed transaction, Mission shareholders are expected to own approximately 80.3% of the combined company.
BALA CYNWYD, Pa., Jan. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brodsky & Smith reminds investors of the following investigations. If you own shares and wish to discuss the investigation, contact Jason Brodsky (jbrodsky@brodskysmith.com) or Marc Ackerman (mackerman@brodskysmith.com) at 855-576-4847. There is no cost or financial obligation to you.
Looking back on perishable food stocks’ Q3 earnings, we examine this quarter’s best and worst performers, including Flowers Foods (NYSE:FLO) and its peers.
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Mission Produce’s third quarter was marked by strong execution, as volume growth and effective global operations helped the company outperform Wall Street’s expectations, driving a positive market reaction. Management highlighted that a 13% increase in avocado sales volumes, particularly in Europe and Asia, offset the impact of lower average pricing caused by increased global supply. CEO Steve Barnard credited the company’s integrated sourcing and distribution platform for enabling flexibility to shift product to the most favorable markets, while President John Pawlowski noted that Peruvian orchards’ recovery from previous weather disruptions played a significant role in the quarter’s results.
The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who not so much). Let’s take a look at how perishable food stocks fared in Q3, starting with Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN).
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Avocado company Mission Produce (NASDAQ:AVO) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales fell by 10% year on year to $319 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.31 per share was 34.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Avocado company Mission Produce (NASDAQ:AVO) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 10% year on year to $319 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.31 per share was 34.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Achieved record full year revenue of $1.39 billion, an increase of 13% year-over-year, driven by strong execution in Marketing & Distribution and significantly higher yields from owned Peruvian orchards in International Farming
