To compensate for an estimated CAN$25 million in lost exports from the US, Canada has been trying to persuade Mexico to reopen its potato markets to allow imports of seed potatoes from Prince Edward Island, which have been banned in the USA.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Go deeper with GlobalData

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more

Discover B2B Marketing That Performs

Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.

Find out more


Mexico has blocked seed potato imports from all countries for years, but periodically lifted the ban for Canada; in 1996 for instance.


Mexico has tight restrictions due to concern over potato leaf viruses that can devastate tobacco plants. The USA imposed the ban on the island’s exports after an outbreak of potato wart was discovered.


By Monica Dobie, just-food.com correspondent


For more information on this story, click here.

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Just Food Excellence Awards - Nominations Closed

Nominations are now closed for the Just Food Excellence Awards. A big thanks to all the organisations that entered – your response has been outstanding, showcasing exceptional innovation, leadership, and impact.

Excellence in Action
Winning five categories in the 2025 Just Food Excellence Awards, Centric Software is setting the pace for digital transformation in food and FMCG. Explore how its integrated PLM and PXM suite delivers faster launches, smarter compliance and data-driven growth for complex, multi-channel product portfolios.

Discover the Impact