Posts Tagged “Mexican cartel”
Localized security activity in parts of Mexico is creating transportation disruptions that may impact cross‑border freight movement, according to Markhon Cooperative of Salinas, CA
- Intermittent delays have been reported on roads connecting to the Nogales, Arizona and McAllen, Texas border crossings
- Due to shelter‑in‑place measures in certain areas, some growers are temporarily not moving product into the U.S. as a precaution for employee safety across harvesting, packing, and logistics operations
- Commodities potentially affected include limes, mixed berries, strawberries, and green onions
- Conditions remain fluid as routes adjust and security activity continues
- There are no confirmed closures of U.S. ports of entry at this time
- Markon will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed
Meanwhile, on Sunday, February 22, after a military operation by the Mexican Ministry of Defense that resulted in the death of cartel leader Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, a wave of violence and unrest took over the state of Jalisco.
In the city of Puerto Vallarta, for example, gunmen from the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel could be heard on the streets, sending tourists and locals into hiding. Gunshots and vehicles set on fire blocked off several roads and highways, halting normal life and severely impacting the packing and harvesting of several local crops, including limes, mangoes, and avocados. The last two are especially important to the state, as most of the production is shipped to the US.