They're cutting back on Senasica...and pests are on the rise.

In Claudia Sheinbaum's first year in office, Senasica has its lowest budget in the last 10 years in real terms. Credit: Special

The National Service of Health, Safety, and Agrifood Quality (Senasica) has for years been Mexico's shield against pests and diseases affecting agricultural activities, a vital aspect of food safety. But today, that shield is showing signs of fractures due to its declining budget.