What’s Behind the Suspension of Mexican Avocado Exports to the U.S.?
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Mexico announced on Thursday the deployment of 1,500 additional military personnel to Michoacán, a day after the United States communicated the suspension of all operations in this western state—including the necessary inspections for avocado exports—due to an unspecified threat against U.S. interests. President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the reinforcement of security in avocado production areas to expedite the resumption of exports as soon as possible and to prevent any severe impact on the Mexican economy or the U.S. market. The United States is a major consumer of Mexican avocados, purchasing over half a million tons in the first four months of 2026, equivalent to about 2.2 billion avocados. However, before importing, it verifies the quality of the fruit
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