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U.S. Reopens Border for Cattle Imports | Texas News
The U.S. just reopened a border crossing in Arizona to import cattle from Mexico in a bid to slash soaring beef prices — a move that could ease grocery bills but won’t deliver quick relief. The reopening follows a year-long closure aimed at stopping the spread of deadly screwworm, which reemerged in southern Mexico and has now infected over 40 animals across Texas and New Mexico. With America’s cattle herd at its lowest in 75 years — hit by drought and decades of low prices — beef costs have surged 35% in five years. While officials are cautiously restarting trade with strong animal health…
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