USDA Continues Phased Reopening of Southern Border Ports for Livestock Imports 

USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is continuing its phased reopening of southern border ports for livestock imports from Mexico, supported by enhanced safeguards against New World screwworm (NWS) and ongoing evaluations of animal health conditions. 

On October 26, 2026, APHIS will reopen the Columbus, New Mexico, port of entry to cattle imports.  If conditions continue to support safe trade and all required inspection arrangements and infrastructure are in place, the next port scheduled to reopen to cattle imports will be Nogales, Arizona, on November 30, 2026. 

Additionally, on October 26, 2026, APHIS will...

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