The government of Mexico has expressed its “serious concern” over the preliminary resolution of the United States Department of Commerce (Doc), which found alleged dumping in the foreign sales of strawberries. According to Washington, the product would be sold at a price lower than the normal value “between 3.37% and 5.28%, depending on the company.”
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The case originated at the end of 2025 from protests by Florida growers. Although the International Trade Commission (Itc) had already rejected in March 2026 the existence of an isolated market and a specific category for “winter” fruits, the Doc confirmed its accusations. The measure threatens nearly 5,000 farmers, mostly small-scale, and 151,000 jobs. In 2025, exports to the US reached 263,000 tons, equivalent to about 900 million euros.
Mexico City considers the US criteria incompatible with the rules of the World Trade Organization and the USMCA treaty, and awaits the final verdict of the Itc expected at the beginning of 2027.
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