It is hopefully obvious to everyone that a plant does not suffer in the same way that a cow does. Add to this that many plants actually rely on being consumed

It is hopefully obvious to everyone that a plant does not suffer in the same way that a cow does. Add to this that many plants actually rely on being consumed for reproduction. Sure, our sewage systems prevents it from actually working, but it is clearly not a crime in any metaphysical sense to consume a fruit that contains seeds.