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Farmers Keep Nogales’ Mariposa Cargo Crossing Largely Closed as Talks With Mexico’s Government Strain

Pressure on federal negotiators is rising over unresolved farm payments.

Overview

  • The Mariposa port remains largely closed by 93 farmers from Sinaloa for a second day as they demand overdue federal payments and a 7,000‑peso floor per ton for white wheat.
  • Following negotiations with local haulers, protesters allowed 50 tractor‑trailers to cross at 11:20 a.m., but organizers said the shutdown will continue until demands are addressed.
  • Index Nogales estimates roughly 3,000 trucks normally use the port and puts daily trade at risk near $50 million, a strain on maquiladoras and local employment.
  • Leaders from the farm movement and ANTAC entered a Segob meeting after delays, alleging attempts to insert negotiators tied to Maseca and Minsa, while ANTAC said solutions are being conditioned on lifting blockades.
  • Transport operators reported tire and autopart thefts from stopped rigs and some armed threats during the protests, intensifying calls for stronger highway security.