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Dividend reset: Calavo Growers (NASDAQ: CVGW) moves record date

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Calavo Growers, Inc. updated the timing mechanics of its previously declared quarterly dividend. The Board had declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share on common stock, payable on April 29, 2026, to shareholders of record as of April 1, 2026.

On April 13, 2026, the Board amended the dividend record date to April 24, 2026. The dividend amount of $0.20 per share and the payment date of April 29, 2026 remain unchanged. The change was made in connection with Nasdaq notice requirements for dividend actions.

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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Quarterly dividend $0.20 per share Declared on March 6, 2026 on outstanding common stock
New record date April 24, 2026 Shareholders of record on this date receive the dividend
Original record date April 1, 2026 Superseded by amended record date for the dividend
Payment date April 29, 2026 Dividend payment date remains unchanged
quarterly cash dividend financial
"declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share on the Company’s outstanding common stock"
A quarterly cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders four times a year, usually based on its profits. It is like a regular bonus or reward for owning the company's stock, providing shareholders with income. Many investors see these payments as a sign of the company's stability and its ability to generate consistent profits.
record date financial
"amended the record date for the previously declared dividend from April 1, 2026 to April 24, 2026"
The record date is the specific day when a company determines which shareholders are eligible to receive a dividend or participate in an upcoming vote. It’s like a cutoff date; if you own the stock on that day, you get the benefits or voting rights. This date matters because it decides who qualifies for certain company benefits.
Nasdaq notice requirements regulatory
"The Company made this change in connection with Nasdaq notice requirements applicable to dividend actions"
Regulation FD Disclosure regulatory
"Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure"
Regulation FD disclosure requires public companies to share important, market-moving information with everyone at the same time instead of tipping off analysts or large investors first. Think of it as making sure all players on a field hear the same announcement simultaneously; that fairness helps investors trust that stock prices reflect the same information and reduces the risk of sudden, unfair trading advantages or regulatory penalties for selective leaks.
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT

TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 13, 2026

CALAVO GROWERS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

California

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000-33385

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33-0945304

(State or other
jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer
Identification No.)

1141-A Cummings Road, Santa Paula, California 93060

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (805525-1245

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

  Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

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Trading Symbol(s)

  ​ ​

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common Stock

CVGW

Nasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company  

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On March 6, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Calavo Growers, Inc. (the “Company”) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share on the Company’s outstanding common stock, payable on April 29, 2026 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on April 1, 2026. On April 13, 2026, the Board amended the record date for the previously declared dividend from April 1, 2026 to April 24, 2026. Except for the change in the record date, the previously declared dividend remains unchanged in all respects, including the amount of $0.20 per share and the payment date of April 29, 2026. The Company made this change in connection with Nasdaq notice requirements applicable to dividend actions.

A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)

Exhibits

99.1

Press Release dated April 13, 2026 of the Company.

104

Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

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SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Calavo Growers, Inc.

April 13, 2026

By:

/s/ B. John Lindeman

Name:

B. John Lindeman

Title:

President and Chief Executive Officer

(Principal Executive Officer)

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Exhibit 99.1

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Calavo Growers Declares Quarterly Dividend

SANTA PAULA, Calif., April 13, 2026 — Calavo Growers, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: CVGW) (the “Company” or “Calavo”) a global leader in sourcing, packing and distribution of fresh avocados, tomatoes, papayas and processing of guacamole and other avocado products, previously announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share on the Company’s outstanding common stock.

On April 13, 2026, the Board of Directors amended the record date for the previously declared dividend from April 1, 2026 to April 24, 2026. Except for the change in the record date, the dividend remains unchanged in all respects, including the amount of $0.20 per share and the payment date of April 29, 2026. The Company made this change in connection with Nasdaq notice requirements applicable to dividend actions.

 

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.

Investor Contact

Alex Villalta
Senior Vice President
Financial Profiles, Inc.

avillalta@finprofiles.com

310-622-8227


FAQ

What dividend did Calavo Growers (CVGW) declare in this 8-K?

Calavo Growers declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share on its outstanding common stock. The dividend reflects regular cash returns to shareholders and follows the company’s practice of distributing part of its earnings in cash.

What record date applies to Calavo Growers (CVGW) April 2026 dividend?

The Board set a new record date of April 24, 2026 for the previously declared dividend. Shareholders of record at the close of business on that date will be entitled to receive the dividend payment.

When will Calavo Growers (CVGW) pay its April 2026 dividend?

Calavo Growers will pay the quarterly cash dividend on April 29, 2026. Shareholders who are on the company’s books as of the amended record date of April 24, 2026 will receive the $0.20 per share cash distribution.

What changed about the Calavo Growers (CVGW) dividend in April 2026?

Only the record date changed, moving from April 1, 2026 to April 24, 2026. The dividend amount of $0.20 per share and the April 29, 2026 payment date remain the same as originally declared.

Why did Calavo Growers (CVGW) modify its dividend record date?

Calavo Growers amended the dividend record date in connection with Nasdaq notice requirements that apply to dividend actions. The adjustment ensures the company’s dividend timing complies with the exchange’s procedural and notification rules.

Does the Calavo Growers (CVGW) 8-K affect the dividend amount?

No. The 8-K states that the dividend remains $0.20 per share, unchanged in all respects except the record date. The only modification was shifting the record date to April 24, 2026 while keeping the April 29, 2026 payment date.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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