An automated avocado processing system for cutting an avocado in half, removing the pit, and extracting the flesh from the peel includes a plurality of functional assemblies arranged within an enclosure. Exemplary stations include a loading assembly, cutting coring and pulp extraction station, and food collection assembly. A computer and electronics are programmed and operable to control the automated stations. Related methods are described.

An automated avocado processing system for cutting an avocado in half, removing the pit, and extracting the flesh from the peel includes a plurality of functional assemblies arranged within an enclosure. Exemplary stations include a loading assembly, cutting coring and pulp extraction station, and food collection assembly. A computer and electronics are programmed and operable to control the automated stations. Related methods are described.