U.S. Agriculture Department
Coverage of U.S. Agriculture Department in the Nexus archive.
- The U.S. will import Mexican cattle again. Here’s what that means for high beef prices.
The U.S. Agriculture Department will resume importing cattle from Mexico starting in late August, despite concerns about the New World screwworm. This decision aims to address high beef prices.
- ‘Falling apart’: Trump’s Boeing deal hits turbulence with Beijing
The Chinese government is demanding new conditions for a preliminary Boeing aircraft purchase deal agreed upon by President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping, risking the collapse of the $17-19 billion agreement. The White House plans to address stalled negotiations with Chinese officials, citing Beijing's insistence on long-term guarantees for engine parts and maintenance, which were not part of the original understanding.
- Border Report Live: Feds focus on wildlife as New World screwworm cases increase in US
There are a dozen New World screwworm cases in two Southwest border states, prompting federal authorities to focus on preventing wildlife from spreading the parasites. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins highlighted the concern and increased efforts to address the issue.