Mexico safeguards agriculture against invasive pests, diseases
Mexico, with CIMMYT, blocked 1,463 risky shipments, protecting against 258 pests and highlighting climate change’s food security impact.
April 23, 2024
In 2023, Mexico, with CIMMYT’s support, rejected 1,463 risky agricultural shipments, preventing 258 quarantine-worthy pests from entering the country. CIMMYT highlighted climate change’s role in pest spread, emphasizing Mexico’s commitment to safeguarding food production and ensuring global food security.
Climate adaptation and mitigation, Nutrition, health and food security, Poverty reduction, livelihoods and jobs