For decades, along Mexico's 3,000-kilometer northern border, an ecosystem of factories and trade has been directly connected to the economic power of the US and its consumer base.

Avocados could be at stake if Trump enacts 25 percent tariffs on Mexico. Mexicans are worried that threats by Donald Trump to impose 25 percent tariffs could affect a wide range of iconic Mexican products and threaten entire regional economies.

Economists worry that Trump's tariff plan will raise the prices of a range of imported goods, from cars to electronics.

Avocado growers, pickers and packers worry that U.S. consumers facing higher prices might just skip the guacamole.