U.S. halts avocado and mango inspections in a Mexican state after 2 USDA employees attacked, detained
The recent decision to halt avocado and mango inspections in a Mexican state after two USDA employees were attacked and detained raises serious concerns about the state of the avocado industry. Mexico supplies around 80% of the avocados consumed in the United States and a third of the global supply, making it a crucial player in the market. However, the dark side of this lucrative industry is becoming increasingly clear, with reports of cartel involvement, violence, corruption, and even anti-avocado militias emerging.
The avocado business in Mexico has been likened to the diamond trade, with accusations of greed, ambition, and cartel battles overshadowing the seemingly innocent fruit.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker