To cope with rising tariffs, California homeowners promote growing their own avocados, with results expected in 2 to 3 years.
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President Trump's tariff plan may lead to price increases for various goods, especially avocados, which significantly affects California consumers. Greg of the Golden Gate Palm Nursery in Richmond suggests that consumers grow avocado trees locally to reduce reliance on imports. He states that California's environment is suitable for avocado growth, and the nursery offers avocado trees that have grown up to five feet tall and are ready to bear fruit, with prices ranging from $250 to $950. Greg has also created a YouTube channel called "True Plant Stories" to share knowledge about avocado cultivation, aiming to achieve both cost-saving and environmental goals.
The president's tariff plan may lead to price increases in various goods, from auto parts to grocery items like avocados, which are a significant part of California consumers' daily diets. According to reports, a nursery owner in Richmond has found an alternative solution to offset rising tariffs, encouraging consumers to plant their own avocado trees locally in California to reduce dependence on imported avocados.
He stated, "In California's beautiful environment, residents can choose to grow their own avocados, which is an economical and eco-friendly solution." He pointed out that residents in inland California are particularly well-suited for growing avocados, as "in the low-elevation areas of the Bay Area, suitable avocado varieties can be found almost everywhere." Nevertheless, growing avocados is not easy, and nurturing a tree to bear fruit takes time and careful attention.
- The nursery offers avocado trees that have grown to five feet tall, which are ready to produce fruit, priced between $250 and $950.
- He mentioned, "Unlike tomatoes that need to be replanted every year, once avocado trees are planted, after two to three years of careful care, they can grow on their own and continue to provide fruit."
To further assist American avocado growers, he created his own YouTube channel, which has garnered a certain number of subscribers. He hopes to use this platform to teach more people how to plant and maintain healthy avocado trees. "Everyone should have an avocado tree; not only does it help consumers save money, but it also has environmental value. If you can give your friends avocados you grew yourself, you will definitely become the most popular person in the community."