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The dark heart of the avocado industry

A farmer at an avocado ranch In Mexico (Getty)

A farmer at an avocado ranch in Mexico. Source: Getty

The avocado has become something of a celebrity in the food world, and its popularity has seen a massive boom in its production, largely in Mexico. But some have started to turn away from the versatile fruit.


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By Keith Adams (BBC)

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The avocado has become something of a celebrity in the food world, and its popularity has seen a massive boom in its production, largely in Mexico. But some have started to turn away from the versatile fruit.



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