On Thursday, November 27, 2025, authorities in Jalisco announced the lifting of road blockades that had disrupted traffic across the state for several days. The blockades, organized by corn producers demanding fair compensation for their harvests, had paralyzed major highways and caused significant delays for commuters and freight transport.
The breakthrough came after negotiations between representatives of the farmers, the federal Ministry of Agriculture, and the Jalisco state government. Officials confirmed that an agreement was reached to provide 950 pesos per tonne of corn in subsidies, with 800 pesos covered by federal funds and 150 pesos by the state. In addition, Jalisco pledged 180 million pesos in direct support for small-scale producers, specifically those with plots of up to 20 hectares and harvests of up to 200 tonnes.
Farmers had argued that current market prices for white corn were unsustainable, threatening their livelihoods and the stability of rural communities. The protests, which began earlier in the week, saw tractors and trucks blocking key routes, including the Guadalajara–Colima and Guadalajara–Tepic highways.
By Thursday morning, producers began dismantling the blockades, allowing traffic to resume. Authorities reported that all major roads were cleared by midday, restoring normal flow across the state.
Governor Enrique Alfaro praised the resolution, noting that dialogue had prevented further escalation. “This agreement ensures that producers receive fair compensation while keeping Jalisco moving,” he said. Agricultural unions welcomed the deal but stressed that long-term reforms are still needed to stabilize corn prices and protect rural economies.
The resolution in Jalisco mirrors similar agreements reached in other corn-producing states, underscoring the nationwide struggle of farmers to secure fair compensation amid volatile markets. For now, the lifting of blockades marks a return to normalcy, though the broader debate over Mexico’s agricultural future remains unresolved.
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