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Mexican avocado exports to the United States resumed after U.S. authorities lifted a temporary security alert, allowing workers in Michoacán to restart operations. While the resumption brought relief and wages back, producers face continued threats from active criminal groups and extortion fees in the region. Some industry figures expressed caution, fearing that stability might not last long.

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.