Wimbledon confirms no ban on avocados amid sustainability debate
The All England Tennis Club has confirmed that avocados remain available at Wimbledon, countering rumours of a ban following sustainability concerns raised in UK media.
Wimbledon confirms no ban on avocados amid sustainability debate
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Wimbledon confirms no ban on avocados amid sustainability debate
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