Mission Produce vs. Dole: Which Fresh Produce Stock Holds the Reins?

Key Takeaways Mission Produce leverages vertical integration and global sourcing to lead in the avocado market. Dole benefits from category breadth, strong cash flow and a globally diversified produce business. AVO trades at a 27.87X P/E, well above DOLE's 9.93X, reflecting its higher-growth positioning.In the competitive world of fresh produce, a few names are as prominent as Mission Produce, Inc. (AVO) and Dole plc (DOLE) . These two companies have carved distinct paths in the global fruit market. While ...