Avocado inspections resume after security scare sparked shortage fears in US

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe United States suspended avocado export inspections in the state following a security alert, a move that could delay shipments from Mexico's top producing region (REUTERS)The United States government says avocado inspection operations have resumed in full across Michoacan, Mexico, after security concerns temporarily halted exports.The suspension was triggered by safety threats after the detention of alleged cartel leader Alfonso Fernandez Magallon and unconfirmed reports of threats against a U.S. inspector.In response to the security concerns, Mexico deployed over 1,500 soldiers and National Guard troops to the region to safeguard inspectors in Michoacan, the nation's top avocado-producing state.While partial inspections had resumed earlier, the full restart resolves immediate supply disruption concerns for the American market, following similar safety halts that occurred in 2022 and 2024.U.S. Ambassador Ron Johnson praised Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and her Security Cabinet for implementing necessary measures to ensure a safe resumption of operations.In fullUS resumes avocado inspections in Mexico after a security scareMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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