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Trade relations between US and Latin America are experiencing significant growth.

Trade relations between the United States and Latin America have experienced significant growth in recent decades, especially in agri-food exports.

Over the past 28 years, horticultural exports have experienced a significant increase in terms of value. In 1994, the total value of Horticultural Products exports was $1.206 billion, while in 2022 it reached $7.380 billion. Growth was also notable in Other Hort Products, which went from $0.540 billion in 1994 to $3.62 billion in 2022. In the case of Vegetables and Preparations, the value increased from $0.292 billion to $1.791 billion during the same period. On the other hand, the value of Fruits and Preparations exports increased from $0.317 billion in 1994 to $1.407 billion in 2022, while Tree Nuts and Preparations exports grew from $0.054 billion in 1994 to $0.556 billion in 2022. These data demonstrate the importance of fruit and vegetable exports in the global economy and the relevance of these products in international markets. The average annual growth rate of Horticultural Products in this period was 6.68% in economic value and 4.49% in the quantity of products.

The following are the most important changes in exports for the main horticultural products.

The major products that the United States exports to Mexico are Grains & Feeds, Oilseeds & Products, Horticultural Products, Livestock & Meats, and with vegetables: onions, lettuce, shallots. Their demand has increased in recent years. Product quality and transportation infrastructure are key factors in the success of these exports.

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