Coahuila livestock exports to U.S. depend on Sonora sanitary protocols

The resumption of livestock exports from Coahuila to the United States depends on the successful implementation of sanitary protocols in Sonora, which is the first state set to restart shipments. Jesús María Montemayor Garza, Coahuila's Secretary of Rural Development, stated that the reopening of the U.S. market will occur in stages, beginning with Sonora, followed by Chihuahua and New Mexico, and finally Coahuila via Texas.

Officials estimate that if the protocols in Sonora are successful, Coahuila could see a resumption by late October or November. However, Montemayor Garza warned that delays or cancellations could occur if evaluations reveal failures in the sanitary processes. According to Senasica, Coahuila has recorded 271 cumulative cases of screwworm since November 20, 2024.

The suspension of exports has caused significant economic losses for Coahuilense producers. Due to the price difference between the local market and the U.S. market, it is estimated that producers have lost between 660 million and 1.2 billion pesos over the nearly two-year suspension period.