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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade

Mexico resumes live cattle exports to the United States with new restrictions

Mexico has restarted live cattle exports to the U.S. under strict new controls following a year-long suspension. The pause was originally triggered by U.S. restrictions due to the presence of the screwworm pest on both sides of the border.

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Why It Matters

The resumption of trade impacts the supply chain for U.S. cattle importers and Mexican ranchers who have faced a year of economic disruption due to the border closure.

Key Facts

  • Mexico resumed live cattle exports to the U.S. on Monday.
  • Exports had been suspended for over a year.
  • The suspension was caused by U.S. restrictions related to the screwworm pest.
  • The screwworm pest is currently present on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border.
  • The resumed exports are subject to strict new control measures.

Who's Mentioned

otherCochliomyia hominivorax“Scientific name for the screwworm parasite”locationEstados Unidos“Destination country for cattle exports”locationAgua Prieta“Mexican town where exports resumed”locationChihuahua“Mexican state with active screwworm cases”locationDouglas“Arizona town receiving cattle”locationSonora“Mexican state with active screwworm cases”organizationAP“News agency reporting the event”locationMéxico“Country of origin for cattle exports”personColumba López“Mexican Secretary of Agriculture”