WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD-TV News) — A group of California lawmakers is asking the White House to crack down on what they call “harmful surges” of Mexican avocado imports.
The group of Republicans sent its concerns to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, asking for a provision in the USMCA that would prevent Mexican avocados from flooding the U.S. market. The lawmakers allege recent import surges are likely driven by cartels.
They warn the frequent surges are driving down U.S. avocado prices and putting the future of domestic production at risk.
USDA numbers show the U.S. imported nearly 3 billion pounds of fresh avocados last year, with 83% coming from Mexico.
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