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USDA Proposes Change to Beef and Lamb Import Rules 

The USDA is proposing a change to temperature requirements for certain imported beef and lamb products from regions affected by foot-and-mouth disease.

The proposal would lower the minimum maturation temperature for fresh, boneless beef and lamb from 4 degrees Celsius to 2 degrees Celsius. That would bring U.S. requirements in line with international animal health guidelines.

Under current rules, eligible meat must mature for at least 24 hours as part of safeguards designed to prevent animal diseases from entering the United States.

The proposal would keep that 24-hour requirement and all other disease prevention measures in place.

USDA says the change would not expand market access, increase disease risks, or affect current trade volumes. The agency also expects no significant economic impact on small businesses.

The proposal was scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on October 20, with a 60-day public comment period ending December 21.

REFERENCE: https://meatingplace.com/usda-proposes-changes-to-rules-for-imported-beef-lamb/

USDA Reopens Another New Mexico Port for Mexican Cattle  

The USDA says the Columbus, New Mexico, port of entry will reopen October 26 for imports of Mexican cattle.

The move follows the reopening of crossings in Douglas, Arizona, and Santa Teresa, New Mexico.

Cattle imports have been suspended since May 2025 because of the spread of New World screwworm.

However, the reopening comes as concern grows, with new screwworm cases confirmed in a calf and a horse in southwestern New Mexico. Animal health officials are increasing fly trapping and surveillance to help control the pest.

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