Avocado pickers in Mexico welcome restart of exports to US, but security fears remain
Summary
Mexican avocado pickers in Michoacán quickly returned to work after a U.S. security alert that had stopped avocado exports to the U.S. was lifted. Though the restart of exports and increased security brought relief and hope, some in the industry remain concerned about ongoing violence in the region.Key Facts
- The U.S. issued and then lifted a security alert affecting Michoacán, Mexico, a key avocado-producing area.
- The alert caused a temporary halt in avocado exports to the United States.
- After the alert was lifted, avocado orchards and packing plants reopened and U.S. inspectors resumed certifying the fruit.
- About 200,000 people work in Michoacán’s avocado industry.
- Michoacán is known for cartel activity, including groups designated as terrorist organizations by the U.S.
- The security alert did not specify the exact threat but caused anxiety due to local crime and extortion.
- Workers get paid daily and faced income loss while exports were paused.
- Some producers hope increased security will reduce violence, while others worry peace will be temporary.
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