
How Long Will Screwworms Affect Texas’ Ability To Get Mexican Cattle?
Not everything that we buy in Texas is actually made in the state. Many products are actually brought from other parts of the nation. Sometimes, it's even international.
Before the product even reaches the shelves, it is checked to make sure that it is safe to be purchased. Even then, recalls do happen when something is discovered to have something harmful in it. But what about animals brought in from out of country?
For one specific animal from the country of Mexico, Texas won't be seeing them soon due to the screwworm issue the state is facing.

Why Are Screwworms Affecting This Animal For Texas?
As reported by the El Paso Times, screwworms have caused problems for cattle in the country of Mexico. This embargo began back in the month of November 2024, when the previously mentioned screwworm was found on a single bovine. In turn, many who have requested Mexican cattle have been turned away.
The El Paso Times talked to the president of Vaquero Trading, Alvaro Bustillos, who revealed the situation is still developing: “I get calls every single day from people asking for cattle...Key steps in the production value chain are being stopped because people cannot source cattle.”
While the percentage of cattle from Mexico is low, at 3%, states like New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas use the animal highly in beef production. This is according to the president and CEO of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association, Ben Weinheimer.
When the ban will be lifted is unknown at the time of writing. As this is a developing story, we will have more information when it becomes available.
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