October 23, 2005

USDA: Mexico dairy annual 2005
 

Production and imports of most major dairy products continue to expand. Production gains are expected to come principally from Mexico's larger more modern dairy farms in central and northern states. 

Dairy producers continue to be concerned about the Mexican ban on imports of U.S. and Canadian dairy cattle due to BSE and how imports of dairy cattle could affect Mexico's BSE status. 

Producers have taken steps to expand the supply of herd replacements domestically through artificial insemination and better herd management practices. 

Imports of nearly all dairy products are expected to rise to meet the demand for processing inputs and as well as demand from Mexico's growing tourism and retail sectors.  

For the full USDA report, click here.