US Halts Avocado Inspections in Mexico

A security incident in Michoacán led the U.S. Department of Agriculture to suspend avocado and mango inspections from Mexico, affecting the flow of exports. Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador aims to resolve the situation diplomatically by engaging with U.S. officials to restart imports. The U.S. plans to swiftly resume inspections once security concerns are addressed. Avocado producers criticized the Mexican government for not upholding security protocols, impacting the lucrative export market. Farmers in Mexico express concerns about business failure if inspections are not promptly reinstated, emphasizing the need for safety guarantees for USDA inspectors.