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'It's a relief': How 100% inspections regulate Mexican cattle exports to US
Mexican veterinarians inspected every animal before the first cattle crossed into the United States, restoring a trade route after the screwworm suspension.
- On August 24, Mexico resumed cattle exports to the United States after a screwworm-related suspension, with the first shipment crossing from Agua Prieta, Sonora, into Douglas, Arizona.
- Federal officials suspended trade to prevent the spread of the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly that lays eggs in warm-blooded animals and causes significant tissue damage to livestock.
- USDA Undersecretary Dudley Hoskins stated compliance with strict protocols is essential, with inspectors utilizing electronic tags and visual screenings to ensure no animals carry the parasite before crossing.
- Unión Ganadera Regional de Sonora official Sergio Villalobos García emphasized following these standards is essential. Officials warn any new screwworm detection will trigger immediate border closures.
- Mexico continues releasing sterile flies to eradicate the parasite as part of a long-term strategy. Continued vigilance remains necessary to protect the livestock industry from future outbreaks.
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'It's a relief': How 100% inspections regulate Mexican cattle exports to US
Mexican cattle exports have resumed after a more than 15-month shutdown, with huge implications for ranchers, cross-border commerce, animal health policy and the U.S. beef supply.
·Omaha, United States
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