USDA Announces Appointments to the Hass Avocado Board sblack Mon, 10/05/2026 - 15:36 Date October 05, 2026 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of twelve members to the Hass Avocado Board. Appointed are three producer members, three producer alternates, two importer members, and two importer alternates to fill three-year terms expiring on Oct.