When Border Opens, Expect Phased-in Testing Process

The reopening of the U.S.-Mexican border to Mexican cattle could be announced soon. However, Washington analyst Jim Wiesemeyer expects a phased-in, scientific approach will be taken to prevent the introduction of New World Screwworm into the United States. These cattle will be subject to four tests—including three inspections in Mexico. “If they test negative, they go on to a U.S. site and they’ll be tested again,” said Wiesemeyer. “It is that portion of cattle that are tested four times will be allowed into the United States.” There shouldn’t be a big wave of cattle crossing the border when trade resumes. In the AG Bull podcast, Weisemeyer said he expects it will be a slow, methodical process.