Finally, the avocado tree at my home has borne fruit.
The soil on my property is fill dirt containing both surface and buried stones; it is depleted from fertilizers and excessive tilling. On top of that, I’ve had to contend with red ants—or bachacos, as we call them here—digging holes and destroying any upward growth.
When the tree was still very young—just months after planting—it was attacked by these red ants, which stunted its growth. Compounding the issue was the soil's lack of nutrients; a nearby mango tree hadn't even produced fruit for years. However, after doing some research and seeking advice, I managed to restore the soil's fertility. Now, we’ll be able to enjoy our own homegrown, natural avocados—free from chemicals and toxins.
I’m sharing this photo—taken with a borrowed phone but captured by me—to encourage you to do the same and not give up on self-sustaining cultivation and harvesting.
Greetings from Venezuela!