India's avocado farms grow as 'dog fruit' becomes breakfast favorite

Do you know what "dog fruit" means? In India, people used to call avocados this strange name. They did not know this fruit very well. But now, things are changing fast.

Avocados are becoming very popular in India. More and more people want to eat them. Restaurants put avocados on their menus. Young people like to eat avocados in their breakfast bowls. The fruit is no longer strange or unusual.

Indian farmers see this change. They are growing more avocados on their farms. These farmers hope to sell more avocados inside India. Before, most avocados came from other countries. Now, local farmers want to grow them and make money.

Why are avocados becoming popular? Health is one reason. Many people think avocados are very healthy food. They have good fat and vitamins. Young people in cities especially like healthy food. They think avocados are modern and cool.

The farmers face challenges too. Growing avocados takes time and work. The weather must be right. But the farmers are hopeful. They see many customers who want to buy their avocados. The future looks good for India's avocado farmers.

Will you try an Indian avocado one day? What do you think about this new boom?

Inspired by reporting from BBC News.