Mexico sends troops to protect avocado-producing region after US import ban

Mexico has deployed over 1,500 troops to the state responsible for most of its avocado production after the United States halted export inspections due to security concerns. This suspension has halted shipments to the U.S., Mexico’s largest market, endangering thousands of jobs and impacting a multibillion-dollar industry. The situation highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.

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