Mexico-US Cattle Plan, Milk, Crop Progress

Mexico and the United States signed the APHIS-SENASICA Action Plan to control cattle screwworm. Meanwhile, SADER reported a 70% progress on Campeche's milk pasteurization plant and ongoing work on a drying plant in Michoacan.

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Mexico, United States Sign Agreement to Control Cattle Screwworm

Mexico and the United States signed the APHIS-SENASICA Action Plan to control the cattle screwworm (CSW), which has caused over 3,000 confirmed cases in southern Mexico and monthly economic losses of up to US$30 million. The plan, developed jointly by Mexican and US specialists, includes measures such as certified cattle handling pens, regionalized livestock movement, monitoring with fly-attractant traps, and protocols for safe imports and surveillance of domestic and wild animals. 

Mexico Advances Milk for Well-Being Program

SADER reported progress on milk pasteurization and drying plants in Campeche and Michoacan, along with the opening of a new SUPERISSSTE store in Naucalpan, State of Mexico. The program benefits 6.3 million people through over 12,500 outlets nationwide, providing affordable fortified milk at MX$7.5/L and aiming to expand coverage to 15,000 outlets and 10 million beneficiaries by 2030. 

Mexican Tomato Producers Back New Federal Export Price Policy

Mexico’s top tomato producer and exporter associations welcomed the government’s implementation of a minimum export price system following the United States’ termination of the Tomato Suspension Agreement on July 14, 2025. The measure sets specific minimum prices for various tomato varieties, including Roma, round, cherry, grape, and specialty tomatoes, aiming to protect over 400,000 jobs and safeguard an industry generating more than US$3.1 billion annually. Producer groups and government officials emphasized that the policy will prevent unfair trade practices, ensure fair competition with US domestic production, and maintain order in the export market.

Mexico Targets 25Mt of White Corn Production by 2030

Mexico is collaborating with small and medium-scale farmers to reach a production target of 25Mt of white corn by the end of President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo’s administration. The initiative focuses on increasing yields modestly per plot, with farmers supported through free fertilizers, technical assistance, and financing programs like Harvesting Sovereignty. Minister Julio Berdegué says that boosting corn production is essential for food sovereignty, self-sufficiency, and reducing Mexico’s dependency on external sources.

Grupo Bimbo Commits to Remove Artificial Coloring by 2026

Grupo Bimbo says it will eliminate artificial coloring from its products by 2026 as part of its ongoing commitment to healthier and cleaner food options. The initiative aligns with the company’s broader strategy to meet consumer demand for more natural ingredients and transparency in food production. Grupo Bimbo plans to implement this change across its portfolio while maintaining product quality and taste.