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Laredo TX World Trade International Bridge

The Laredo TX World Trade International Bridge is the busiest commercial port of entry in the United States by total trade value — handling ~$300B/year in US-Mexico trade. For fresh produce specifically, Laredo handles a significant secondary share (~20-25%) of Mexican produce imports, including tomatoes and vegetables from central and eastern Mexico (Sinaloa, Guanajuato) routed through the Gulf corridor rather than Nogales. Laredo is the primary gateway for automotive parts from Mexico; the same refrigerated truck infrastructure that moves fresh produce also moves auto parts, medical devices, and electronics — making Laredo a dual-use chokepoint. Source: CBP Trade Statistics — https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/stats/trade-and-travel-report