Wednesday, June 19, 2024

A Big Avocado Supply to the US Just Got Shut Down (Daily Rundown by Newser)

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June 19, 2024
 
The Big Rundown
The US Department of Agriculture has indefinitely put the kibosh on inspections of avocados and mangos imported from Mexico, citing "security concerns" for USDA staff. Keep reading
 
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