Mexico’s ban on biotech corn has left the U.S. ag industry baffled. Many U.S. ag industry leaders argue that Mexico’s stringent regulations on GMO corn are not based on science. However, experts with Ambrook Research explain that the regulation is not a matter of human health, but rather a way to prevent genetically modified crops from threatening the nation’s cultural food heritage.
In early 2023, the USMCA trade partner introduced a 50% tariff on white corn imports and modified regulations to ensure tortilla makers use only non-genetically modified white corn.
In Mexico, corn is more than just a commodity crop. It is considered a big part of heritage, culture, and tradition. The country is home to more than 50 native corn varieties, and Mexican leaders believe that incredible biodiversity could be threatened if genetically modified crops are introduced.
October 24, 2025 09:58 AM
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American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) economist Bernt Nelson provides an updated outlook on the current U.S. cattle market.
October 23, 2025 02:20 PM
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Sen. Roger Marshall explains which types of beef are imported into the United States, how there’s room for new imports, and logical reasons for current high prices.
October 23, 2025 12:10 PM
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Record Australian exports and rising U.S. imports reflect continued tight domestic cattle supplies — a reminder that herd recovery remains key to balancing future beef prices.
October 23, 2025 11:56 AM
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Bioethanol continues to gain ground as the bridge fuel connecting agriculture, aviation, and maritime industries in the global shift toward lower-carbon energy.
October 23, 2025 10:14 AM
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Expanding bioethanol use strengthens rural economies, supports farm markets, and positions U.S. agriculture at the center of global low-carbon trade.
October 23, 2025 10:10 AM
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