Mexico Produce Petition The U.S. Trade Representative’s office announced the correct decision in denying a Section 301 petition to investigate Mexico’s use of export targeting for fresh produce headed to the American market. U.S. produce farmers have long been at a competitive disadvantage to the Mexican counterparts who benefit from a more favorable climate in winter, plus cheaper land and labor costs. The U.S. government itself works with U.S. producers to target foreign markets for their products. What was noticeable was the apolitical nature of the response since the announcement included an industry appreciated commitment by USTR to establish a private sector advisory committee on the matter. The petition denial could have...

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