Mexico deploys troops to secure avocado region after US halts imports
Summary
Mexico sent over 1,500 soldiers to protect its main avocado-growing area after the United States stopped import inspections due to safety worries. This pause in inspections has stopped avocado shipments to the U.S., Mexico’s largest buyer, putting many jobs and a valuable industry at risk.Key Facts
- Mexico deployed more than 1,500 troops to its main avocado-producing state.
- The U.S. halted export inspections of avocados from Mexico because of security concerns.
- The suspension has stopped avocado shipments to the United States.
- The U.S. is the biggest market for Mexican avocados.
- The disruption threatens thousands of jobs in Mexico.
- The avocado industry in Mexico is worth billions of dollars.
- The security concerns relate to the safety of the export process.
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