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News in English (USA) / 25.07.2026 / 03:00

US to Lift Ban on Mexican Cattle Imports Amid Screwworm Control Measures

The United States government has announced the resumption of cattle imports from Mexico after lifting the ban established due to a screwworm outbreak. The phased reopening of southern livestock ports, including key crossings like the Douglas Arizona Port, is set to begin shortly. This decision comes as beef prices continue to soar, and the move is viewed as crucial for stabilizing feeder supplies. Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller has confirmed the resumption of importation, citing that a science-based approach to reopening the border aligns with economic needs. The USDA has also indicated that limited cattle imports are beginning to resume as the response to the parasite outbreak stabilizes.
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