U.S. Products Take Center Stage at Mexico's Largest Food Expo

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From popcorn to pears, from salmon to snack chips, U.S. food and beverage products took center stage in Guadalajara May 17-19 at Mexico’s largest annual food industry trade show, Expo ANTAD & Alimentaria Mexico.

FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley was there on the expo’s opening day, supporting the U.S. producers and exporters showcasing their premium products to Mexican buyers at the USA Pavilion. Also on hand representing the best in U.S. food and agriculture were a number of USDA cooperator organizations and state/regional trade group partners.

In 2021, Mexico was the #2 global destination for U.S. food and farm exports with sales surging to a record $25.5 billion. U.S. exports of consumer-oriented products – including fruits and vegetables, dairy products, juices, bakery goods, condiments, and food preparations – also hit an all-time high.

U.S. Products Shine at ANTAD Mexico

FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and Mexican Secretary of Agriculture Victor Villalobos
FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley (left) met with Mexico's Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development Victor Villalobos in Guadalajara on May 17, prior to the opening of ANTAD, Mexico's largest food and beverage expo.
Woman and man looking at a table of foods and beverages
Eliza Al-Laham, U.S. Consul-General in Guadalajara, and Daniel Whitley, FAS Administrator, check out some of the fine U.S. food products on display in the USA Pavilion at ANTAD. At right is Jonn Slette, Director of the USDA Agricultural Trade Office in Mexico City.
Woman holding bag of frozen salmon
Carolina Nascimento of the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute showcases Alaskan sockeye salmon, flanked by FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and U.S. Consul-General Eliza Al-Laham.
Three individuals holding bags of snack chips
Herr Foods Inc., represented by Mariel Orozco (left), showcased all sorts of savory snacks. Among those stopping by their booth were FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and U.S. Consul-General Eliza Al-Laham.
Two inividuals flanking a pear mascot
FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and U.S. Consul-General Eliza Al-Laham enjoy a moment with "Luchador Pear," the Mexican mascot for Pear Bureau Northwest.
Popcorn at trade show booth
Popcorn was among the fine U.S. snacks sampled by FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and thousands of visitors to the USA Pavilion at ANTAD.
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FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and Mexican Secretary of Agriculture Victor Villalobos
FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley (left) met with Mexico's Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development Victor Villalobos in Guadalajara on May 17, prior to the opening of ANTAD, Mexico's largest food and beverage expo.
Woman and man looking at a table of foods and beverages
Eliza Al-Laham, U.S. Consul-General in Guadalajara, and Daniel Whitley, FAS Administrator, check out some of the fine U.S. food products on display in the USA Pavilion at ANTAD. At right is Jonn Slette, Director of the USDA Agricultural Trade Office in Mexico City.
Woman holding bag of frozen salmon
Carolina Nascimento of the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute showcases Alaskan sockeye salmon, flanked by FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and U.S. Consul-General Eliza Al-Laham.
Three individuals holding bags of snack chips
Herr Foods Inc., represented by Mariel Orozco (left), showcased all sorts of savory snacks. Among those stopping by their booth were FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and U.S. Consul-General Eliza Al-Laham.
Two inividuals flanking a pear mascot
FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and U.S. Consul-General Eliza Al-Laham enjoy a moment with "Luchador Pear," the Mexican mascot for Pear Bureau Northwest.
Popcorn at trade show booth
Popcorn was among the fine U.S. snacks sampled by FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley and thousands of visitors to the USA Pavilion at ANTAD.
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Market Development, Exporting, Trade Shows
Mexico, Western Hemisphere
Fruits and Vegetables, Processed Food Products

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