Recently, Mexico failed to uphold its end of a water deal with south Texas, and the fallout is already impacting American agriculture — so far, resulting in the closure of Texas’ only sugar mill.
The economic impact of the lack of irrigation water for crops in the Lower Rio Grande Valley in 2024 is estimated to be a loss of nearly $496 million.
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Producers say more reliable water deliveries would help make irrigation planning more predictable.
Industry leaders warn of losses to domestic production and jobs.
NCBA says reopening the Douglas port could restore feeder cattle supplies while maintaining New World screwworm safeguards.
U.S. cattle on feed totaled 11.1 million head on August 1, up 2 percent from 2025, while July placements fell 11 percent to a record low.
