Investments, Trade Deals, and Food Security Efforts

Mexico will invest over MX$83.7 billion by 2030 to strengthen small-scale agriculture, increase food production, and reduce import dependency. Meanwhile, Mexico will continue exporting avocados to the US tariff-free under USMCA rules, reinforcing a key agricultural trade relationship.

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Mexico to Invest Over MX$80 Billion in Small-Scale Farming

The Mexican government will invest MX$83.7 billion by 2030 through SADER to strengthen small and medium-scale agricultural production and ensure national food security. The plan, which includes programs like Production for Well-Being and Harvesting Sovereignty, aims to support over 2.5 million producers, boost staple crop yields (like corn, beans, and rice), and promote direct marketing to reduce reliance on intermediaries. Additionally, the initiative will connect producers with research institutions, expand food processing infrastructure, and increase domestic content in supermarket products to reclaim Mexico’s food self-sufficiency and cultural identity.

Mexico’s Avocado Exports Maintain 0% Tariff Under USMCA

The United States will maintain a 0% tariff on Mexican avocados under USMCA, securing Mexico’s continued access to a key export market that supports over 375,000 jobs across both countries and generates billions in economic impact. Mexican avocados currently supply nearly 90% of the US market, and industry leaders emphasize that consistent product quality and compliance with trade rules are essential to sustaining this position. While competitors like Colombia face higher tariffs, experts agree that Mexico remains the only country capable of meeting year-round US demand, making it indispensable to the supply chain.

Trump Slaps 25% Tariff on Canned Beer, Aluminum Cans

The Trump Administration has imposed a 25% tariff on imported canned beer and empty aluminum cans, a move expected to significantly impact the beer industry, particularly affecting Mexico, which supplies 84% of US beer imports. This tariff, part of broader measures on steel and aluminum, will likely hit companies like Constellation Brands hardest, as it imports popular Mexican beers like Modelo and Corona, especially the former, which is largely sold in cans. Despite bottles accounting for most beer imports, the new tax could disrupt a trade valued at over US$6 billion and jeopardize Mexico’s top agri-food export.

Agriculture Ministry, TecNM Partner to Boost Food Sovereignty

Mexico’s Ministry of Agriculture (SADER) and the National Technological Institute of Mexico (TecNM) signed an agreement to promote food sovereignty by linking scientific and technological knowledge with small and medium-scale agricultural producers. The partnership will mobilize TecNM’s 254 campuses and over half a million students to support rural communities through research, technology transfer, and hands-on collaboration. Key initiatives include soil regeneration, native seed preservation, and the creation of a National Agro-Food Innovation Forum to drive sustainable, community-based development.

Queretaro Wine Region Granted Protected Geographical Status

The Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI) granted Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status to the Wines of the Queretaro Wine-Producing Region, marking the first PGI recognition for a wine region in Mexico. This designation highlights the unique quality and origin of Queretaro’s wines and protects producers against imitation, while enhancing their market access and international promotion. The achievement reflects coordinated efforts among producers, academia, and government, and supports the region’s economic development through its distinctive wine heritage.