Are Road Blockades Expected Today in Jalisco?: Farmers' and Transporters' Strike

Just days before the December holiday celebrations, farmers and transporters warned of potential road blockades today, Wednesday, December 17, 2025, after deeming the federal government’s responses to their demands insufficient. Although economic and productive aid was delivered in recent weeks, the dissatisfied parties assert that there is still no clear and substantive solution for the sector. On social media, various agricultural and transport groups disseminated messages alerting about the reactivation of

strategic routes, both in Jalisco and other entities.

Road Blockades in Jalisco Today: What is Known So Far

As of the morning of December 17, there is no official confirmation of road closures in Jalisco; however, the risk remains imminent. The threats of mobilization are part of a pressure strategy led by farmer and transporter organizations demanding immediate responses to structural issues within the Mexican agricultural sector.

According to messages disseminated on digital platforms, potential blockades would focus on:

Federal highways with high logistical traffic.
Access routes to metropolitan areas.
Corridors used for the transportation of goods and agro-food products. Although Jalisco has not been directly identified as a primary concentration point, its agro-industrial significance and road connectivity position it as a key entity within the map of potential impacts.

Segob and Sader Urge Avoidance of Road Blockades Today

In response to the threat of closures on highways, border crossings, and federal roads, the Ministry of Interior (Segob) and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (Sader) issued a joint statement on December 16, 2025. In it, both agencies made a direct appeal to farmers to avoid demonstrations that would impact third parties.

Authorities warned that road blockades generate negative impacts on:

Transporters and logistics operators.
Companies reliant on terrestrial distribution.
Families and fellow citizens traveling to celebrate the December holidays. The federal government appealed to the solidarity of the agricultural sector, emphasizing that these dates represent a critical period for mobility, commerce, and family reunions nationwide.

Dialogue Remains Open: Federal Government

Despite increasing tension, Segob and Sader reiterated that dialogue with farmers remains open. In their official statement, the agencies assured their willingness to address any grievances, provided that negotiation tables are prioritized over pressure tactics.

The message aimed to send a signal of containment amid the scenario of a potential national agricultural strike, while defending the public policy implemented in recent years in favor of small and medium-sized producers. “The agricultural sector has been and will continue to be a national priority,” authorities underscored, highlighting that, unlike past administrations, current support is delivered directly, fairly, and transparently.

As part of their defense, Segob and Sader detailed the progress achieved through various federal programs. According to official figures, as of December 16, 2025:

Approximately 2.8 million producers have received at least one form of support.
86% of beneficiaries are small-scale farmers, with plots of up to 10 hectares. Among the main programs mentioned are:
Fertilizers for Well-being.
Production for Well-being.
Technical assistance services.
Grain collection.
Guarantee Prices for basic products. According to the agencies, these strategies have not only strengthened agricultural production but have also positively impacted the well-being of rural communities.

Will There Be a National Farmers’ Strike This December 17?

On social media, agricultural sector organizations intensified the call for mobilization this Wednesday, December 17, 2025. While a formal national strike has not been confirmed, the scenario remains open and will depend on the progress of dialogue with authorities.

The National Front for the Rescue of the Mexican Countryside (FNRCM) urged its members to remain on high alert, particularly in Mexico City, where pressure actions could concentrate to demand solutions to the agrarian issue.

The group warned that, if concrete agreements are not reached in the short term, mobilizations could escalate to a national strike, with direct impact on highways, logistics centers, and supply chains.