Mexico stops export of onions blamed for hepatitis

The FDA identified a health risk linked to green onions from Mexico. In response, the Mexican government, alongside the Health Secretariat, investigated the production areas. They found four establishments with poor conditions and took action to close them to protect consumer health. Among the suspended companies, one was Mexican, and three were American. The producers acknowledged their inadequate conditions and did not contest the suspensions.

What prompted the Mexican government to investigate the green onion production areas?

• A new agricultural policy

• A report from the FDA

• A local health outbreak

• A request from American producers

What was the main reason for closing the establishments found during the investigation?

• To improve agricultural practices

• To protect consumer health

• To comply with international trade laws

• To support local farmers

How many establishments were found to have poor conditions?

• Three

• Two

• Four

• Five

Which of the following statements is true about the suspended companies?

• Two were Mexican, and two were American

• All were American producers

• All were Mexican producers

• One was Mexican, and three were American

What was the response of the producers to the suspension of their companies?

• They relocated their operations

• They filed a legal complaint

• They accepted the suspension without contest

• They improved their conditions