# Mexican sugar industry crisis in Veracruz > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mexican-sugar-industry-crisis-in-veracruz > Updated: 2026-08-24T23:38:53.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The Mexican sugar industry is experiencing a crisis characterized by mill bankruptcies and closures, driven by competition from Central American imports and fructose. In Veracruz, the potential closure of the Ingenio San Pedro sugar mill in Lerdo de Tejada prompted legislative action. Federal deputy Rubén Moreira Valdez proposed an agreement involving the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development to protect workers' rights and find alternatives for sugarcane commercialization. Following these developments, Veracruz Governor Rocío Nahle García intervened to secure the continuity of the Ingenio San Pedro. The state government has guaranteed it will purchase cane during the upcoming harvest season, starting between November and December, to stabilize the regional economy and protect approximately 500 direct jobs. Meanwhile, the National Confederation for the Development of Sucrochemistry and Energy Sustainability (CONADESSE) is advocating for a transition toward bioenergy, such as biofuels and eco-friendly plastics, to address industry instability. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-24: Mexico sugar industry faces crisis as Veracruz officials secure Ingenio San Pedro Mexico's sugar industry faces a crisis due to imports and liquidity issues. In Veracruz, officials have guaranteed cane purchases for Ingenio San Pedro to prevent its closure and protect regional jobs. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexico-sugar-industry-faces-crisis-as-veracruz-officials-secure-ingenio-san-pedro ### 2026-08-14: Mexican legislators address labor issues in Veracruz and deforestation in Cuernavaca Mexican legislators have introduced measures to protect workers affected by the Ingenio San Pedro closure in Veracruz and to curb urban deforestation in Cuernavaca, Morelos. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexican-legislators-address-labor-issues-in-veracruz-and-deforestation-in-cuernavaca --- Cite as: Mexican sugar industry crisis in Veracruz. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/mexican-sugar-industry-crisis-in-veracruz