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US to resume limited livestock imports from Mexico after screwworm ban

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The United States is set to resume limited livestock imports from Mexico starting August 24th, following a year-long ban due to concerns over the New World screwworm parasite. While this marks a significant step for both countries' cattle and beef industries, new U.S. protocols will initially restrict the number of cattle allowed across the border. These measures include mandatory RFID tagging, electronic screening, and trained dog inspections to prevent the parasite's reintroduction, despite some Mexican ranchers expressing frustration over the pace of resumption. AI

RANK_REASON Policy change regarding international trade of livestock due to a health concern. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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US to resume limited livestock imports from Mexico after screwworm ban

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Fabiola Sánchez, The Associated Press ·

    U.S. to allow limited livestock imports from Mexico as outbreak from flesh-eating screwworm parasite eases, but total eradication will take time

    The U.S. is set to resume livestock imports from Mexico beginning Aug. 24 at the Douglas, Arizona, border crossing.

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