While the Trump administration has threatened tariffs on a spate of Mexican goods, avocados have so far been spared. California growers said they want Mexican avocados to keep flowing into the country ...

driven by booming avocado demand. Surprisingly, Mexican imports have fueled this growth by ensuring a year-round supply, boosting overall consumption and making avocados a staple in American diets.

or establishing temporary secure inspection zones" and not allow Mexican avocado exports into the U.S. if the neighboring country "cannot ensure safety for U.S. personnel." The CAC recommended ...

many avocado growers say they have a good thing going. A key reason may come as a surprise to some — Mexican imports. When the United States lifted its ban on Mexican avocados in 1997 ...

“Mexican avocado imports are tainted conflict fruit,” said Kachuck, 70, a former neurologist who heads his family’s business. “The Mexican avocado industry is corrupt and ungoverned ...