Cattle Imports from Mexico Resume as Trump Admin Successful Battle Against Screwworm Invasion Advances

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a phased reopening of cattle imports from Mexico starting August 24, 2026, beginning at the Douglas, Arizona port of entry, with subsequent openings planned at New Mexico ports. The reopening follows ongoing efforts to control the New World Screwworm, a livestock parasite. The USDA had previously restricted Mexican cattle imports due to screwworm detection.

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