Argentina and the United States have resumed trade negotiations, focusing on citrus fruits.

Argentina and the United States have reopened trade negotiations, this time focusing on sweet citrus fruits, leaving behind the lemon conflict. The administration of Javier Milei, with support from former officials of Macri, is pushing these talks in Washington to highlight the quality of Argentine products.

It is worth recalling that the dispute over lemons began in 2001 when the United States blocked the entry of Argentine lemons, citing potential phytosanitary risks. Although Argentina attempted to demonstrate that its lemons met health standards, restrictions remained in place for several years. In 2017, the ban was lifted. However, this conflict left a mark on trade relations between the two countries.

Today, the country seeks to position oranges, mandarins, and grapefruits in international markets. Argentine government representatives presented arguments to the US Department of Commerce to increase export quotas.

The United States, facing a decline in its sweet citrus production, offers an attractive opportunity for Argentina. However, market access depends on obtaining sanitary certifications.

Argentina, being one of the main producers in the Southern Hemisphere, exports fewer citrus fruits than other competing countries, such as Chile. Despite producing more, Argentina generates only $60.5 million in exports, while Chile achieves revenues of $270 million, potentially intensifying competition between the two countries.

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