Why Peru is becoming one of the world’s major avocado exporters

Hass avocado production is taking off in Peru. Gisele Regatão and Vera Haller report on how farmers there are cashing in on the growing demand. Even though the thirsty fruit is straining water supplies, Peruvians are adapting — and competing — in the avocado business.

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