US suspends cattle imports from Mexico

"The United States and Mexico are working to implement measures to resume the normal flow of Mexican exports," the statement said.

it added that the measures do not apply to other types of exports and controls are being implemented.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said Friday that Mexico's chief veterinarian notified it of the NWS finding in a cow at a checkpoint near the southern border with Guatemala.

NWS larvae often enter through an open wound and feed on the living flesh of warm-blooded animals, including humans, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said.

The USDA warned that the infestation may be difficult to spot at first, but may show up as growing wounds, creamy larvae and signs of discomfort.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture said it was working with partners in Mexico and Central America to stop the spread of the MEATflies , and asks producers in the area to monitor their livestock and pets and report potential cases immediately.