Mexico
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Mexico: Rains Delay Potato Planting in Northern Sinaloa as Dams Reach 50.7%
Monsoon rain and Hurricane Polo have slowed field work and planting permits in northern Sinaloa, an important potato area. Dams are fuller than a year ago.
Mexico: Sonora and Sinaloa Grow More Than Half of a 2.1 Million Tonne Potato Crop
Mexican potato output has grown sevenfold since 1961, driven by irrigated farms in the northwest. Growers there now plan a cut in area after a poor winter season and weak prices.
Mexican Potato Breeding: Key Varieties, a Persistent Seed Shortage and the Promise of True Potato Seed
Mexico’s main potato breeding centre is INIFAP (the National Institute of Forestry, Agricultural and Livestock Research). Over more than 70 years of work, the institute has developed dozens of varieties that now occupy around 36% of the country’s planted area. Among the most significant recent developments is CITLALI, a variety bred specifically to combat the […]
Mexico: Potato Prices Fall 6.7% in Early September, One of the Few Food Items to Get Cheaper
Consumer prices for potatoes and other tubers in Mexico fell 6.69% in the first half of September, according to the national statistics institute. The fall came while overall inflation rose to 3.42% a year.
Mexico: Potato Growers in Coahuila and Nuevo León Warn of Lost Competitiveness Against US Imports
Potato growers in the Mexican states of Coahuila and Nuevo León are raising concerns over a sharp decline in regional competitiveness caused by large-scale potato imports from the United States. Industry association leaders state that the current trade environment threatens the financial stability of hundreds of farming operations across northeastern Mexico. Coahuila and Nuevo León […]
Mexico (Sinaloa): Growers Denounce Irregular Inflows of US Potatoes and Warn of Phytosanitary Risks
Potato growers’ associations in the state of Sinaloa have expressed grave concern over ongoing irregular shipments of fresh potatoes arriving from the United States. According to local farmers, imported produce is entering the domestic market in violation of established bilateral protocols, creating direct risks for both the sector’s financial viability and the region’s phytosanitary security. […]
Mexico: Potato Prices Fall Following Months of High Costs
A sustained downward trend in potato prices has emerged across Mexico’s food market. Following an extended period of elevated prices over several months, major wholesale markets (Centrales de Abasto) and retail chains nationwide are recording noticeable price drops for this dietary staple. Potatoes represent a vital component of the Mexican consumer food basket, providing welcome […]
Mexico: Potato Growers in Perote Await Rains to Save Their Crops
Farmers in the Perote Valley (Veracruz State, Mexico) are navigating one of the most critical phases of the agricultural season. Due to a prolonged deficit of rainfall and elevated temperatures, potato fields are facing severe risks. Regional producers report that only immediate rain can rescue the current crop. The Perote area is the primary potato-growing […]
Mexico: Potatoes and Avocados Record Sharp Price Increases
A significant surge in the cost of key food staples has been recorded in the Mexican food market. Potatoes and avocados led the list of basic basket goods that demonstrated a sharp price spike, putting noticeable pressure on consumers’ wallets. The current season has brought an unpleasant surprise for Mexican shoppers and retailers alike. Two […]
US Potato Imports Gain Ground in Mexico’s Restaurants, Hotels, and Processed Foods Sector
Reporting on agricultural trade dynamics and food industry trends in Mexico While fresh Mexican potatoes continue to dominate domestic consumption, potato imports from the United States are steadily gaining ground across Mexico. This growing presence is particularly noticeable in the hospitality and food processing sectors, with restaurants, hotels, and snack manufacturers increasingly relying on imported […]
Mexico: Extreme Heat and Pests Severely Impact National Potato Production
The Mexican potato sector is facing a highly challenging agricultural cycle. A combination of historic heatwaves, severe water scarcity, and rampant pest infestations has heavily impacted key potato-producing regions in the north of the country. According to agricultural authorities and local producers, these compounding environmental pressures have led to lower yields, smaller tuber sizes, and […]
Mexico: U.S. Potato Imports Are Undermining Local Producers
Mexico’s potato sector is sounding the alarm as imports of U.S. potatoes continue to rise. Producers report that these imports are intensifying market pressure, depressing local prices and threatening the economic viability of national production. For a country with strong regional potato-growing traditions and thousands of small and medium-sized producers, this disruption is especially significant. […]