Overview
- President Claudia Sheinbaum met U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins at Palacio Nacional for about 40 minutes, with the U.S. ambassador present.
- SADER and USDA reviewed the joint APHIS–SENASICA plan, agreeing on priorities and short‑term actions to guide a reopening decision.
- Sheinbaum said Mexico seeks clear technical indicators to avoid sudden reversals after any reopening, citing a prior closure following a Veracruz case.
- Mexico reports its sterile‑fly production plant is roughly 30% complete and targeted for mid‑2026, while both sides continue coordinated surveillance and movement controls.
- Officials acknowledge heavy industry losses during the ban, with reports ranging from roughly 700,880 head and $642 million to as much as $1.3 billion and 650,000 head.