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U.S. demand has fueled a boom in mezcal production in Oaxaca, causing deforestation, water shortages, and pollution.
Mezcal production in Mexico’s Oaxaca region has surged from 1 million to over 11 million liters since 2010, driven by U.S. demand and celebrity brands, leading to widespread deforestation, soil erosion, and water scarcity as agave plantations replace forests.
The shift to large-scale farming has reduced carbon sequestration by 4 million tons annually and worsened pollution from untreated waste and illegal logging.
While some producers adopt sustainable practices like water recycling and reforestation, economic pressures and weak enforcement of environmental standards hinder broader change.
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La demanda estadounidense ha impulsado un boom en la producción de mezcal en Oaxaca, causando deforestación, escasez de agua y contaminación.