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“Idaho Wheat Exports To Mexico Explode”

Idaho’s wheat exports to Mexico exploded during the first quarter of the year, jumping 241 percent compared to the same period last year.

Idaho sold $12 million worth of wheat to Mexico from January to March, up significantly from $3.5 million during the first quarter of 2011.

“Mexico is kind of an exploding market for us,” said Idaho Wheat Commission Chairman Gordon Gallup. “It’s a very good market for us and we’re hoping that continues.”

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