✎ Contributed by Ty Griffin
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has suspended cattle imports from Mexico due to a confirmed outbreak of New World screwworm, a parasitic insect that can severely damage livestock. The move aims to protect U.S. herds from infection but has already begun to affect the supply chain for major meat processors and feedlot operators reliant on Mexican imports.
Performance of Public Companies in the Meat and Livestock Supply Chain
- Tyson Foods Inc. (NYSE: TSN): Trading at $55.80, up $0.20 (0.36%) today.
- JBS S.A. (OTCQX: JBSAY): Trading at $14.87, down $0.15 (1.00%) today.
- Seaboard Corp. (NYSE American: SEB): Trading at $2,534.63, up $24.63 (0.98%) today.
- Bunge Global SA (NYSE: BG): Trading at $79.02, up $1.67 (2.16%) today.
Industry Impact
Mexico is a critical supplier of feeder cattle to the U.S., particularly for producers in Texas and the Southwest. The halt in imports could disrupt slaughterhouse throughput for companies like Tyson Foods, JBS, and Seaboard, all of which operate vertically integrated meat processing facilities with cross-border sourcing exposure.
Feed and grain companies like Bunge may also see changes in demand dynamics, as fewer imported cattle could reduce short-term feedlot activity. Analysts warn that if the ban extends beyond the initial containment window, domestic herd pricing could spike, tightening margins and driving up consumer meat prices.
The USDA has not specified how long the suspension will remain in place, but containment measures are underway in coordination with Mexican authorities. If the outbreak spreads or if similar restrictions are applied to other livestock categories, further disruptions to the protein supply chain may follow.
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