Source: Brad Haire, FARM PROGRESS, 2/1/22


Earlier this year, the U.S. International Trade Commission released its report on how Mexican imported squash and cucumbers economically affect Southeast growers. In short, it’s not well, and continues a difficult trading trend. USITC reports says Mexican cucumber imports increased over 23% between 2015 and 2020. Squash imports from Mexico during the same period increased over 31%. Domestic production of cucumbers fell 23% during the period, despite increased consumer demand for fresh

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