In the midst of growing urban development YucatanThe Vegetation removal in forest areas continues to be a cause for concern among authorities and citizens. The Federal Prosecutor for Environmental Protection (Profepa) intervened in response to a citizen complaint and halted activities on a property Poultry farms in the community Kanasinwhen, according to official information, ecological damage and the lack of essential environmental permits were identified.
During an inspection on December 3 and 4, 2025 at the property named Bachoco Teya 5 and Bachoco Teya 6 poultry farmslocated in the Teya HaciendaProfepa employees documented this Removal of vegetation characteristic of the low deciduous forest on a surface of 23 hectares (230,791 square meters).
The organization confirmed that these actions are a serious matter Danger of ecological imbalance And relevant damage to local natural resources. Areas of bare soil, habitat fragmentation and lack of protective measures for native flora and fauna were observed at the site.
According to the Profepa report, the responsible company was unable to prove the existence of Profepa approvals Secretariat for Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat) related to the environmental impact or land use change in forest areas, which is a prerequisite for carrying out any work or intervention in these ecosystems.
In addition, remains of unprotected vegetation were found and the potential presence of wildlife was identified, illustrating this Striped iguana (Ctenosaura similis)a species that is on the endangered species list Official Mexican Standard NOM-059-SEMARNAT-2010. This circumstance increases the relevance of protecting the area from the effects of deforestation.
Profepa implemented this with the aim of preventing further environmental damage complete temporary closure the clearance work on the property, placement Official seals at the main entrances from both farms.
The Environment Agency mentioned that it will examine the need to carry out new inspections in other areas where deforestation or irregular settlements have been detected to ensure the protection of the broadleaf forest ecosystem and compliance with current environmental laws.
The affected area covers 23 hectaresThis confirms the magnitude of the impact that unauthorized changes have on these types of ecosystems.
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