Mexican Avocado Exports to U.S. Halted Due to Security Concerns
The United States has suspended avocado inspections in Michoacan, Mexico, due to unspecified security threats, halting exports to the U.S. Michoacan is a major avocado-producing region, and the suspension could impact the supply and prices of avocados in the U.S. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has deployed additional troops to the region to address security concerns and facilitate the resumption of exports. The U.S. Department of Agriculture requires on-site inspections to prevent pests from entering the country, and without these inspections, exports cannot proceed. This is not the first time exports have been paused due to security issues in the region, which is known for cartel activity. 
