Cattle Trade Ports Reopen with Caution | Pierre News

Cattle trade is set to reboot as USDA prepares to reopen southern ports of entry—starting with Douglas, Arizona, on August 24, 2026—after a long closure to combat New World screwworm. Strict inspections will ensure every animal is screwworm-free, with Mexico’s Sonora and Chihuahua states cleared for their strong disease control. The phased reopening includes potential future ports in New Mexico, but remains flexible—ready to pause if Mexico falters or new risks emerge. Livestock health remains the top priority as trade cautiously returns. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c3235fb974d8ba89