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A New Variety of Avocado Could Help Us Reduce Food Waste

by Tatyana Ivanovich
September 6, 2023
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#Avocado #Lunaavocado #foodwastereduction #sustainableagriculture #environmentalimpact #agricultureinnovation #avocadocultivation #UniversityofCalifornia #eco-friendlyfarming

In the pursuit of reducing avocado waste and minimizing the environmental impact of avocado cultivation, the University of California has developed an innovative variety called the Luna. This article explores the significance of this breakthrough, its potential impact on food waste reduction, and its environmental benefits.

Avocados have long been a beloved fruit, finding their way into our salads, sandwiches, and spreads. However, their cultivation and consumption come with significant ecological consequences. The production of avocados is water-intensive, requiring approximately 1,000 liters of water to produce just one kilogram of fruit. Furthermore, the energy costs associated with transportation, especially in cargo ships maintaining a temperature of 6°C to prevent ripening, add to the environmental footprint.

Last summer, a student from a prestigious London art and design school, Arina Shokouhi, created a prototype called the Ecovado, which imitated the appearance of avocados using mashed beans, rapeseed, potatoes, and biodegradable wax. While this innovation showcased the need for eco-friendly alternatives, the root of the problem lies in the overripe avocados discarded by consumers.

The New Luna Avocado

The most commonly consumed avocado variety is the Hass, known for its dark skin that often misleads consumers into discarding it when it turns completely black. To address this issue, the University of California, located in the heart of the largest avocado-producing state in the United States, has spent five decades researching and developing a novel variety: the Luna.

This new avocado variety boasts a distinctive green color that unequivocally indicates its ripeness. The Luna offers consumers not only great flavor but also a rind that turns black when ripe, eliminating any ambiguity. The University of Riverside, in its official announcement, describes the Luna as having “high postharvest quality,” ensuring that consumers can enjoy their avocados at their peak.

Moreover, the cultivation of Luna avocados is expected to have a reduced environmental impact. These avocados grow on smaller trees, allowing for denser planting in smaller spaces. While the announcement does not specify whether the Luna requires less water to grow, its potential to reduce the ecological footprint of avocado production is promising.

The development of the Luna avocado marks a significant step in addressing both food waste and the environmental impact of avocado cultivation. By providing consumers with a clear indicator of ripeness, this new variety has the potential to reduce the needless disposal of avocados. Additionally, its more sustainable cultivation practices could contribute to a greener avocado industry.

As the Luna avocado continues to gain attention and receives patents, it opens up opportunities for growers worldwide to adopt this eco-friendly alternative. By embracing innovations like the Luna, we can not only savor the deliciousness of avocados but also make a positive impact on our planet.

Tags: Avocado, Luna avocado, food waste reduction, sustainable agriculture, environmental impact, agriculture innovation, avocado cultivation, University of California, eco-friendly farming.

Tags: Agriculture Innovationavocadoavocado cultivationeco-friendly farmingenvironmental impactfood waste reductionLuna avocadoSustainable AgricultureUniversity of California
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