America’s DEADLY Avocado Obsession!

America’s DEADLY Avocado Obsession!

In Michoacán, Mexico, the lush avocado, known as ‘Green Gold,’ is more than a culinary favorite; it’s the core of a brutal cycle of violence and illicit arms trade. As U.S. demand soars, communities like Linda’s confront a grim reality. What once symbolized prosperity, avocado farms now lure merciless cartels, morphing serene

Towns into zones of strife. Beneath these verdant fields, a shadowy trade of illegal arms from the U.S. empowers these cartels, enforcing dominance through intimidation and extortion. This grim facet of the avocado industry exposes the profound human toll of our dietary choices, often leaving a legacy marred by bloodshed and sorrow.

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Explore the unseen consequences of America’s avocado obsession in our latest ‘Food Files’ short. In Michoacán, Mexico, the lucrative ‘Green Gold’ avocado trade has a dark side, intertwining with a sinister world of violence and illegal arms trafficking. From the transformation of peaceful towns into conflict zones to the deep human cost borne by local communities, this documentary delves into the complexities behind the avocado industry. Discover how the demand for this popular fruit impacts lives beyond our borders and raises critical questions about the consequences of our food choices. Join FactVault Media as we uncover the hidden truths behind everyday commodities. Don’t forget to Like and Subscribe for more daily insights into global issues.

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Research:
[https://www.lrt.lt/ru/novosti/17/2151842/kak-liubov-amerikantsev-k-avokado-sviazana-s-korruptsiei-i-ubiistvami-v-meksike]
[https://pulitzercenter.org/stories/mexicos-avocados-and-arms-trafficking-criminal-combination-suffocating-michoacan]

Photo credit: Toya Sarno Jordan