Oro Verde Cambita marks a before and after for the Dominican agricultural sector. The Cambita Avocado Cluster has been officially accredited with this international appellation of origin, following the delivery made by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Mipymes (MICM) and the Dominican Accreditation Body (ODAC). This is a monumental achievement that positions the province of San Cristóbal and the Dominican Republic as benchmarks of quality in avocado production and export.
The distinction Oro Verde Cambita is based on accreditation under the NORDOM ISO/IEC 17065:2012 standard, which validates the cluster’s ability to certify avocados with demanding international standards. This provides guarantees of origin, authenticity, and traceability, key elements to enter competitive markets such as Europe, the United States, and Asia.
Consolidation of national quality
Thus, the country becomes the first nation in the Caribbean to obtain an appellation of origin backed by an internationally recognized certifying body. This goal, celebrated during Expo Constitución 2025 and led by President Luis Abinader, has been possible thanks to the coordinated effort between the MICM, the ODAC, the CODOCA, and technical cooperation from the European Union.
Oro Verde Cambita and export strengthening
The accreditation of Oro Verde Cambita reduces inspection duplication and the risk of border rejections, providing Dominican avocados with commercial added value. According to Minister Víctor “Ito” Bisonó, this step reinforces the product’s competitiveness by having technical validation and international reputation. Furthermore, it represents technical sovereignty, as it avoids dependence on foreign organizations to certify local quality.
- Certification under model 1B: implies annual management audits and strict traceability in production.
- First appellation of origin endorsement for a Dominican agricultural product backed by an accredited national entity.
- Potential to replicate the model in other agricultural export commodities.
Identity, quality, and future of the Dominican avocado
The Semil-34 avocado grown in Cambita Garabito stands out for its yellow-green pulp, creamy texture, and low fiber content, qualities highly valued in gourmet markets. The region, situated between 300 and 800 meters above sea level, possesses unique agroclimatic characteristics, the fundamental basis for the Oro Verde Cambita appellation. The entire production process is regulated by a specific Appellation of Origin Manual and Quality Standard.
Institutional impact and future vision
The executive director of ODAC, Ángel David Taveras Difó, stressed that the accreditation of Oro Verde Cambita strengthens Dominican technical independence and prepares the ground for new export opportunities. José Rosa, president of the Cluster, praised the years of technical work and plot certification as a key piece of the historic milestone celebrated today.
The international recognition of Oro Verde Cambita places the Dominican avocado on a global quality platform, opens new trade routes, and sets a precedent for more national products to follow the path toward international excellence and differentiation.
