Mexican ranchers prepare to resume livestock sales to US under tight controls over screwworm risk
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Mexican ranchers are preparing to resume livestock exports to the U.S. after a year-long ban due to the New World screwworm parasite. The U.S. will reopen its border for cattle imports starting August 24 at the Douglas, Arizona crossing. Initially, only 700 cattle per day will be allowed, increasing gradually to 1,300. Ranchers like Martín Alfonso Ibarra express cautious optimism, as the ban significantly impacted their income. The screwworm outbreak has been largely contained in Mexico, with 1,969 active cases reported. However, new U.S. regulations may slow down shipments, frustrating some ranchers who seek a quicker resolution to supply shortages.
AI summary · Source: KRGV (NBC 5) →
