U.S. Lifts Security Alert on Michoacán Avocado Exports

The Federal government of the United States lifted a security alert that had halted avocado exports from Michoacán, Mexico, for eight days. The suspension forced packing plants into quarantine and left approximately 200,000 industry workers without income. Following the decision, United States Department of Agriculture inspectors returned to the region to certify fruit for export.

To stabilize the primary avocado-producing state, the Federal government of Mexico deployed more than 1,500 soldiers to combat violence and extortion. These operations target four cartels that the Trump administration has designated as terrorist organizations.

While producers and workers welcome the resumption of trade, industry figures warn that the region remains volatile. Growers continue to face kidnapping and death threats, with some viewing extortion payments as an unavoidable cost of production in the area.