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A surge in U.S. avocado imports is linked to widespread deforestation in Mexico's Michoacan state, where illegal farming practices threaten local ecosystems and communities. Lawsuits by the Organic Consumers Association allege that major U.S. companies falsely marketed Mexican avocados as sustainable despite environmental violations, sparking concerns over water depletion and organized crime harvesting resources in the region. As the avocado trade flourishes, it brings both economic growth and significant environmental and social challenges to Mexico.
Source: YAHOO