Mexico opens antidumping investigation on U.S. apples amid rising USMCA trade tensions
Mexico has opened an antidumping investigation into U.S. apple imports following grower complaints. Learn what it means for growers.
Fernando Mares with Mexico Business News said the grower association, known as UNIFRUT, argued a growing trend of U.S. apple imports entering the country at lower prices has caused “price containment” in the Mexican apple industry, which in turn has caused financial harm to Mexican apple farmers. A preliminary investigation by the Ministry of Economy then found sufficient evidence to “presume price discrimination and damage to the national production branch,” according to Mares.
Imports of U.S. apples into the country during the investigation period (Apr. 1, 2024 – Mar. 31, 2025) accounted for nearly 98% of the countries’ total apple imports, and the agency says apple prices fell 14% overall during the same period.
On Dec. 12, 2025, Washington raspberry farmer Brad Rader testified on behalf of the Washington Red Raspberry Commission (WRRC) regarding the market depressing effects of an “influx of low-priced, imported raspberry products from Mexico,” according to a WRRC press release. The hearing was held at the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR).
“Mexico has been able to expand its presence in the U.S. market, putting U.S. growers out of business by supplying raspberry products at prices we cannot match,” Rader testified.
What happens next?
According to Mares, SE will notify known importers and exporters, as well as the U.S. government. Interested parties have 23 business days to justify their legal interest and present arguments and evidence.