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The U.S. will import Mexican cattle again. Here’s what that means for high beef prices.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it will resume cattle imports from Mexico starting in late August. The resumption comes as Mexico has implemented controls on the New World screwworm, a parasitic pest that affects livestock. Import restrictions had previously been in place due to screwworm concerns in Mexican herds.
