Mission Produce acquisition of Calavo Growers on track after Mexican antitrust approval

OXNARD, Calif., May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mission Produce, Inc. BB #:118126 and Calavo Growers, Inc. BB #:113203, announced, in connection with Mission Produce’s pending acquisition of Calavo, that Mission Produce has obtained antitrust clearance from Mexico’s Federal Economic Competition Commission (Comisión Federal de Competencia Económica, or “COFECE”).

This clearance satisfies the acquisition’s closing condition set forth in the previously announced merger agreement regarding the receipt of antitrust approval in Mexico.

As such, subject to the continued satisfaction of all closing conditions, Mission Produce and Calavo currently expect that the transaction will close on May 28, 2026.

About Mission Produce, Inc.
Mission Produce (NASDAQ: AVO) is a global leader in the worldwide fresh produce business, delivering fresh Hass avocados and mangos to retail, wholesale and foodservice customers in over 25 countries. Since 1983, Mission Produce has been sourcing, producing and distributing fresh Hass avocados, and today also markets mangos and grows blueberries as part of its diversified portfolio. The Company is vertically integrated and owns five state-of-the-art packing facilities across the U.S., Mexico, Peru, and Guatemala. With sourcing capabilities across 20+ premium growing regions, the Company provides a year-round supply of premium fresh fruit. Mission’s global distribution network includes strategically positioned forward distribution centers across key markets throughout North America, China, Europe, and the UK, offering value-added services such as ripening, bagging, custom packing and logistical management. For more information, please visit www.missionproduce.com.

About Calavo Growers, Inc.
Calavo Growers, Inc. (NASDAQ: CVGW) is a global leader in the processing and distribution of avocados, tomatoes, papayas and guacamole. Calavo products are sold under the trusted Calavo brand name, proprietary sub-brands, private label and store brands. Founded in 1924, Calavo has a rich culture of innovation, sustainable practices and market growth. The Company serves retail grocery, foodservice, club stores, mass merchandisers, food distributors and wholesalers worldwide. Calavo is headquartered in Santa Paula, California, with facilities throughout the U.S. and Mexico. Learn more about The Family of Fresh at calavo.com.