Mexican USDA inspector branch now falls under U.S. Embassy oversight (This is an update from Thursdays breaking news.) The USDA branch in Mexico, which manages APHIS certifications like the hot water treatment required for mangoes, has recently undergone a significant structural shift. Now, suddenly, operating under the authority of the U.S. Embassy in Mexico, the…
We “dodged” tariffs, but not cuts…. There’s always breaking news in produce—it’s just part of the gig. But lately, the whiplash feels extra brutal. One minute we’re dodging tariffs (pun 100% intended), the next we’re taking hits in unexpected places—like this weeks news of USDA inspector staffing cuts. Produce people are wired for high-stakes hustle.…
Health is more than just a mango…. As part of April’s Mango Wellness Month celebration, I created three new recipes that reflect the campaign’s holistic roots—where nourishment isn’t about isolated nutrients, but about the power of diverse, organic food working together. Each recipe is designed to showcase mangoes as one part of a vibrant,…
