American Potato Trade Saga with Mexico

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The American potato industry has faced challenges in accessing the Mexican market despite the free trade agreement between the US and Mexico.

Key Points

  • Trillions of dollars of goods have been exchanged between the US and Mexico since the 1990s.
  • Fresh American potatoes have been a major exception in the free trade agreement between the two countries.
  • The American potato industry has been eager to access the Mexican market for over 25 years.

Pros

  • Increased access to the Mexican market could benefit the American potato industry.

Cons

  • Challenges from the Mexican potato lobby and a trade loophole have prevented American potatoes from freely entering Mexico.