India's Avocado Market Grows as Local Farmers Seek Bigger Share
Once dubbed 'dog fruit' in some Indian regions, avocados are gaining popularity among consumers, prompting domestic growers to expand production, according to BBC Business.
Demand for avocados is rising in India, according to a report by BBC Business, as the fruit—once unfamiliar to many consumers and even nicknamed 'dog fruit' in some areas—gains popularity among a growing segment of the population.
The report states that local growers in India are seeking to capture a larger share of this expanding market, which has traditionally relied on imports to meet consumer demand.
According to BBC Business, the shift reflects changing dietary preferences among Indian consumers, who are increasingly incorporating avocados into their diets.
The report notes that Indian farmers see an opportunity to reduce dependence on imported avocados by ramping up domestic cultivation to serve the rising demand.
BBC Business did not provide specific figures on market size or growth rates in the excerpt reviewed, but characterized the trend as part of a broader boom in avocado consumption in the country.
Sources
- From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom — BBC Business
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