Limited cattle imports from Mexico to resume, USDA says

Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Gabrielle Lopez, KVIA ABC-7 · July 25, 2026 · 2 min read

SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) -- Friday, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said resuming some cattle imports from Mexico is the "right move" for ranchers and American consumers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said it will open some borders in phases, including one in Santa Teresa, New Mex...

Why this matters in The El Paso

The resumption of limited cattle imports from Mexico has significant implications for El Paso's agricultural trade and economy. As a major border city, El Paso's ranchers and livestock producers have been affected by the closure, and the phased reopening of borders in nearby New Mexico and Arizona may signal a positive trend for local trade. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller's push for a more aggressive approach to eradicating the New World screwworm threat suggests that the issue is far from resolved, and El Paso's agricultural community will be watching closely to see how the USDA's efforts play out. The use of innovative tools like the Screwworm Adult Suppression System may hold promise for mitigating the threat, and local producers will be eager to see the results of these efforts. As the situation unfolds, El Paso's economy and agricultural industry will be closely tied to the success of these measures.

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Category: government · Published: July 25, 2026 · Source: KVIA ABC-7 · Reading time: 2 min

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Limited cattle imports from Mexico to resume, USDA says

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