ENJOYING A
GREENER WORLD

Commitment to the environment

AVOCADOS AND SUSTAINABILITY

Did you know that Avocados
create jobs and economic security?

Thanks to the cultivation of avocados, countries like Peru, South Africa and Mexico have experienced an improvement in the quality of life of their citizens, as well as a remarkable development of their agriculture.

The avocado agricultural industry has generated good living wages for farmers and improvements in living standards such as access to housing and educational resources.

Myth

Avocados can only be consumed in those countries where they are produced to preserve all their properties and be ecologically sustainable.

Reality

The farmers associated with the WAO transport their avocados according to the regulations of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, following a strict code of sustainable practices that also ensure their freshness and quality.

Avocados and Water Consumption

Did you know that Avocados are one
of the foods that consume the least amount of water
when considering the nutritional
benefits they offer?

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One of the most sustainable fruits on the market

According to a study by The Environmental Working Group (EWG), avocados are one of the products with the lowest levels of pesticides worldwide

Avocado farmers are committed to the environment. They limit the use of pesticides and introduce natural products for pest control

AVOCADOS IN THEIR NATURAL STATE!

Non-Toxic Products

The WAO guarantees the use of labels free of glues or toxic inks on its avocados

Labelling

In Europe, a laser labelling process is being developed that is less harmful to the environment.

Agricultural Certification

WAO farmers follow the guidelines established by GLOBAL G.A.P and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.