Mexican President Addresses Halt in Michoacán Avocado and Mango Exports
“Earlier this week, the USDA confirmed a temporary halt in avocado and mango imports from Michoacán, Mexico, following a security incident involving two of its inspectors.
Ambassador Ken Salazar revealed that two USDA employees were assaulted and detained while inspecting avocados on duty in the state of Michoacán.
The inspections were put on hold until further notice while the security situation was reviewed and appropriate measures were put in place for the personnel.
In response to the incident, Mexico’s President, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, stated in a press conference that “we have to resolve the avocado issue”.
“We have a very good relationship with President Biden, with the ambassador. Surely a meeting will take place in the next few days,” he said.”
*This article is excerpted from freshfruit.com website, published on June 21, 2024