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Jalisco pork producers urge review of rising meat imports
The Jalisco pork producers’ union is calling for a review of rising imports of pork into Mexico.
The union says imported meat is putting pressure on local prices and making it harder for producers to sell their pork profitably.
It says producers also face high costs for feed, animal health, energy and labor, putting farms, jobs and family incomes at risk.
The union says pork farming in Jalisco supports employment and contributes to the country’s food supply.
It is asking authorities to assess import volumes and prices, consider legally justified trade measures, and strengthen checks on imported meat.
The union wants authorities to act, but no government response or next steps are stated.
Jalisco’s regional pig farmers’ union has urged authorities to review rising pork imports and their effect on local producers.
The union says imported meat is putting pressure on domestic prices and reducing producers’ profitability.
It says high costs for feed, health care, energy and labor are adding to the financial strain on farms.
The union called for import reviews, possible legally justified trade measures, and stronger health and traceability checks.
It says its aim is fair and sustainable trade, not obstructing international commerce.
- Who
- The Jalisco Regional Pig Farmers’ Union, whose president is Héctor del Toro Torres.
- What
- The union urged authorities to review pork imports and their effects on prices and local production.
- When
- November 2, 2026.
- Where
- Jalisco, Mexico.
- Why
- The union says rising imports pressure prices and threaten producers’ profitability, jobs and the viability of farms.
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- Organization
- Jalisco Regional Pig Farmers’ Union
- President
- Héctor del Toro Torres
- Publication date
- November 2, 2026
- Requested action
- Review pork import conditions and volumes and their impact on prices and local sales
- Additional request
- Strengthen health surveillance, traceability and safety checks on imported products
What people are saying
Our objective is not to obstruct international trade, but to ensure that it takes place under fair, transparent and sustainable conditions, without compromising the viability of Mexican producers or the country’s productive capacity.