Avocado Oil Authenticity & Quality Assurance Workshop

Bottle of avocado oil on countertop with halved avocado, glass dish and cutting board

UC Davis Olive Center – Silverado Vineyards Sensory Theater Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science
Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science
 
 
Price: $350 (light breakfast and lunch included)
 
 
Avocado oil is one of the fastest-growing edible oils in the global market, yet questions surrounding its authenticity and quality remain widespread. This one-day, in-person workshop provides a science-based, practical foundation for evaluating and ensuring avocado oil quality and purity.
 
This workshop is ideal for buyers, retailers, food manufacturers, and anyone committed to maintaining the integrity of avocado oil in today’s marketplace. It also provides an excellent networking opportunity for producers, professional buyers, and brokers.
 
This workshop will be held at the UC Davis Olive Center within the Silverado Vineyards Sensory Theater Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science on 392 Old Davis Road, Davis, CA.
 
What You Will Learn
Through a combination of lectures, guided tastings, and discussions, participants will:
            •           Understand the current avocado oil market landscape, including production trends, supply chains, and distribution challenges
            •           Learn how quality is defined and measured using key chemical parameters and relevant industry standards
            •           Explore approaches to authenticity testing and identify common forms of adulteration
            •           Develop practical skills in sensory evaluation, including recognizing positive attributes and defects
            •           Examine the health benefits of avocado oil and the scientific evidence behind common claims
            •           Identify potential contaminants and quality risks across the supply chain
            •           Distinguish between facts and myths related to avocado oil and competing edible oils
 
Why Attend
As consumer demand for avocado oil continues to grow, ensuring product quality, authenticity, and transparency is critical. This workshop provides the tools and scientific framework needed to confidently evaluate avocado oil and make informed decisions across the supply chain.
 
Instructors
Professor of Cooperative Extension Selina Wang (University of California, Davis and UC Agriculture and Natural Resources), academic and industry experts
 
Discounts
Five discounted registration spots are available for UC Cooperative Extension Advisors and participants for whom the registration fee would present a financial hardship. To request a discounted registration code, please email [email protected]. Discounted registrations are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited to the first five eligible requests.
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