World Avocado Organization responds to Christian Aid report on threats to production

The World Avocado Organization (WAO) has criticized a Christian Aid article titled 'Getting Smashed, The Climate Danger Facing Avocados' for inaccuracies and lack of evidence. The article blames the avocado industry, which is booming despite climate change challenges, for water scarcity and other environmental issues. However, the WAO argues that the article relies on incorrect data from non-scientific sources and ignores comprehensive research. The organization points out that avocados have a lower water footprint than many other food items and can be cultivated using sustainable drip technologies. Additionally, the carbon footprint of avocados is comparable to that of many fruits and lower than that of animal products. The WAO also challenges the article's claims about avocado production leading to deforestation and biodiversity loss, asserting that avocados are typically grown in regions with existing agricultural activity and that sustainable cultivation practices are being adopted.