How much do you get paid to pick avocados?

Pay rates are typically calculated on a per piece basis, so the more avocados you pick, the more you’re going to earn. As you perfect your technique you’ll become more efficient and in turn increase the quantity pick. Hourly pay can range from $15-$20 per hour but per piece pay will vary from farm to farm.

Is picking avocados hard work?

How hard is seasonal work? Let’s not beat around the avocado tree. Picking and packing jobs are physical work and it may take some time for your body to adjust to the different muscle groups being used. If you are relatively fit, you can certainly consider work in the orchard or the packshed.

How do you know when to pick avocados?

To determine fruit maturity, pick one of the larger fruits and keep it at room temperature until it softens. It is mature if it softens to good consistency, is not tough and leathery or bitter, does not shrink or shrivel, and is good to eat.

How much do you get paid for picking fruit in Australia?

Minimum wage for harvest work in Australia is AUD$21.6 per hour. So if you are a good and enthusiastic fruit picker, and get paid for the amount of fruit you pick – you will probably earn a little better than average! Doing Fruit Picking work in New Zealand is also a way to extend the NZ working holiday Visa.

How do you farm avocados?

Dig the pits size of 90 cm x 90 cm and fill the pits with farmyard manure and topsoil in 1:1 ratio preferably in Feb to March period. Plant spacing in an avocado fruit farming depends on the cultivar and growth habit of the plants. Generally, a plant spacing of 8 m to 10 m is recommended in the avocado plantation.

How do I know when my Australian avocado is ripe?

To check if your Shepard avocado is ripe, gently press near the top. If the flesh gives in, it’s ready to eat. To be safe, we recommend waiting until your Shepard is very soft – the whole top nodule should be able to be pushed in – before slicing it open.

What season do avocados grow in Australia?

The two main varieties of avocados grown in Australia are Hass and Shepard. Hass are in season from May through to January and Shepard’s are in season from February through to May.

How big does a bacon avocado tree get?

Tree will reach 25′-35′ at maturity. Not recommended for container planting. Bacon Avocados are self-fruitful in cooler climates, but fruit yield will be increased with nearby TYPE A avocado trees and/or bee friendly flowers.

Where can I get an avocado in Australia?

Currently avocado orchards are found in Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia and Tasmania. Avocados are a perennial fruit and Australian premium produce is available all year round because of the widespread and climatically diverse growing regions.

How to know when fruit picking season is in Australia?

To get a good overview about the fruit picking seasons in Australia check our harvest calendar. It shows you what’s in season and where to go – state by state. This makes it really convenient to plan your fruit picking adventure. Download our free eBook to find more information about fruit picking and get about 500 farm contacts around Australia.

What should I do before picking an avocado?

Fruit maturity varies according to the locality and the variety. If you think your fruit might be ready, check it with both a ripening test and a dry matter test. Fruit should pass both tests before you start picking. Pick 5-10 representative fruit and allow them to ripen at room temperature.

What’s the best way to pack avocados for export?

It is important to keep harvested fruit cool and shaded. This can be done by covering bins with a cover or green branches, or by placing bins in the shade. Always aim to pack and cool fruit within 24 hours of harvest, especially if the fruit is destined for export or expected to remain in the supply chains for more than 2 weeks.

How much do you get paid to pick avocados? Pay rates are typically calculated on a per piece basis, so the more avocados you pick, the more you’re going to earn. As you perfect your technique you’ll become more efficient and in turn increase the quantity pick. Hourly pay can range from $15-$20 per hour…