Livestock exports will increase through the port of Ojinaga

OJINAGA, CHIH - Starting in March of this year, the volume of cattle exports through the port of Ojinaga to the United States will increase, with an estimated daily flow of up to 1,100 head, according to Juan Carlos Flores, Director of Livestock of the Secretariat of Rural Development (SDR). 

According to the official, approximately 25% of the cattle exported come from other states, which underscores Chihuahua's relevance in the national and international marketing of the livestock sector. 

As part of these measures, the number of days of operation of the Ojinaga quarantine station will be increased from three to five days per week, which will allow the export of up to 5,000 cattle per week. 

Flores highlighted the collaboration between the SDR and the Chihuahua Regional Livestock Union to keep producers informed about the requirements and regulations established by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). 

In addition, he said that an increase in livestock crossing through the San Jeronimo quarantine station is expected and that coordination with producers is being maintained in preparation for the future opening of the Palomas port.