Some estimates place northern herd reductions as high as 50-70 percent, due to dry weather and a cash flow crisis brought about by high interest rates and a deteriorating economy. These events, coupled with record exports of feeders, have resulted in a record low 18-20 million head cattle herd size for Mexico. It is unlikely that Mexican cattle herd rebuilding will begin before northern areas receive significant, widespread rainfall. This may not occur until late summer or fall and may require a major tropical depression or hurricane to get it started. No part of this publication may be copied or redistributed for commercial purposes.
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