Mexico has deployed more than 1,500 Army and National Guard personnel to Michoacán after the United States suspended avocado inspections over security concerns, temporarily disrupting exports from the world’s largest avocado-producing region.
President Claudia Sheinbaum said her government is strengthening security in production and packing areas while seeking talks with US officials to restore inspections as soon as possible.
Key developments:
- 1,557 security personnel have been deployed to help protect producers and deter extortion.
- The US suspended activities after citing a threat against American interests in Michoacán.
- Mexico exported more than 1 million tonnes of avocados worth over $3 billion to the US in 2025, with around two-thirds produced in Michoacán.
- Mexico’s Hass Avocado Association said it does not expect the temporary pause to significantly affect market supply.
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