Sinaloa agricultural sectors meet with SADER officials to coordinate development plans

The Mexican federal government, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (SADER), is conducting a series of working meetings in Sinaloa to address the needs of the agricultural, livestock, aquaculture, and fishing sectors.

In the livestock sector, officials are proposing a four-year plan to improve sanitary status, genetics, and water access, while promoting the use of local forage and combating pests like the screwworm. The 'Cosechando Soberanía' credit program is being highlighted as a key tool for financing.

Aquaculture producers have raised concerns regarding the illegal importation of shrimp and unfair competition due to market oversupply. They have requested a review of international trade agreements and stricter controls at maritime ports to protect local profitability.

In the fishing sector, representatives have requested support for dredging and desilting bays to improve species reproduction, particularly shrimp. Additionally, agricultural producers in the Valle del Fuerte have reported delays in planting permits due to market uncertainty and lack of capital.