Tour one of California’s Premier Avocado Nurseries
Index Fresh is excited to invite you to tour North America’s premier avocado nursery, explore the sprawling avocado orchards, hear from the Brokaw team about their history, farming techniques, and unique varietals in testing. After the morning’s activities you will enjoy and enchanted lunch at a nearby ranch surrounded by avocado groves.
Nursery & Grove Tour Itinerary
8:00 am
Meet in the greater Los Angeles area, where a VIP Sprinter Van will transport the H‑E‑B Team from your hotel to Brokaw Nursery & Ranch. The drive will take approximately 60–90 minutes.
9:00- 9:45 am
Upon arrival, enjoy coffee and light refreshments beside the orchards. The Brokaw team will share the history of the nursery, avocado farming facts, and an overview of the day’s activities.
9:45 – 11:45 am
Experience an in‑depth tour to learn about rootstock development, breeding programs, and new varietals currently in testing through guided demonstrations and field discussions.
11:45 am – 12:00 pm
Following the tour, the H‑E‑B Team will travel by Sprinter Van to nearby Lloyd‑Butler Ranch, a picturesque working avocado and lemon grove and estate .
12:00 – 1:30 pm
Savor an enchanted lunch hosted at Lloyd‑Butler Ranch, surrounded by avocado trees. The Index Fresh Team will share insights and experiences from the field.
1:30 – 3:00 pm
After lunch, the VIP Sprinter Van will return the H‑E‑B Team to their hotel, concluding a memorable day of learning, connection, and California avocado exploration.
Nursery Tour
What will be covered in the nursery tour?
• Demonstration of the propagation process
• Varietal planting differences
• Lab visit demonstration with different avocado cultivars
• Demonstration on determining harvest readiness and dry matter
Lunch at Lloyd-Butler Ranch
Enjoy an enchanting lunch at the Lloyd-Butler ranch, nestled near a shaded grove with an expansive view of the orchards.
Transport & Logistics
A VIP Sprinter Van will pick you up in the Greater Los Angeles area and transport you to Ventura County. The ride will take approximately 60 to 90 minutes. Following the tour, the van will return you to your hotel.
Want more info?
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