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Guatemalan Avocados Enter US Market, but Won't Impact Prices Significantly
The US allows Guatemalan avocado imports, but it won't lower prices much. Concerns about diseases and pests have kept Mexico as the main supplier for almost 30 years.
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- What steps are still needed before Guatemalan avocado exports can begin?
- The US Embassy in Guatemala stated that there are more steps before exports can start, such as registering and inspecting orchards and packing houses.
- Why has Mexico been the main avocado exporter to the US for nearly 30 years?
- For almost 30 years, Mexico has been the primary source of avocados for the US due to concerns about diseases and pests from other countries.
- Why won't the Guatemalan avocado imports significantly lower avocado prices in the US?
- The US government has allowed Guatemala to export avocados to the US, but the amount is small compared to Mexico's exports, so it won't significantly lower prices.
- What measures will the US take to mitigate the risks of pests from Guatemalan avocados?
- The US Department of Agriculture found that risks of pests from Guatemalan avocados can be mitigated with a systems approach, including packinghouse registrations and other safety measures.
- What are some potential negative consequences of the increased Guatemalan avocado production?
- While the Guatemalan avocado exports may create jobs and income in Guatemala, it may also cause deforestation and environmental problems like Mexico's avocado industry.