American consumption of avocados jumps from 1 to 7 pounds per capita within 20 years.
Rudolph Hass originates the term, "Hass Avocado," after purchasing a seedling from a farmer. Today, Hass is the most popular avocado variety in America.
Avocado trees are first planted in Florida and three years later, they're cultivated in California.
The Aztecs make a spread with avocados called "ahuaca-mulli" or "avocado sauce."
