Avocado pickers in Mexico welcome restart of exports to US, but security fears remain

Mexican avocado exports resumed after U.S. authorities lifted a temporary security alert concerning Michoacán, Mexico's main avocado-producing state. While operations returned to full speed with USDA inspectors certifying the fruit, workers expressed relief at returning to work. However, the article highlights persistent threats from numerous local cartels and ongoing issues of extortion in the region.