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winnipegfreepress.comscience8 days ago
New World Screwworm Detected in United States in June 2026
The parasite was found for the first time in decades. CNN reported that it threatens livestock and beef prices but poses no risk to meat safety due to inspection systems.
foodbusinessnews.netfinance10 days ago
French Agriculture Reports 2.5-3 Million Chicken Deaths in Late June Heatwave, Equal to 1% of Annual Production
Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard said French farming is in crisis mode after an exceptional heatwave. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu will chair an interministerial meeting on July 3 to review the damage to crops and livestock.
rte.ietechnology17 days ago
USDA Confirms New World Screwworm Cases in Texas and New Mexico After 60-Year Absence
The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the parasite's presence on June 3. Fifteen cases in livestock and pets have been recorded in Texas and southeastern New Mexico within three weeks.
dailykos.comfinance22 days ago
U.S. Cattle Herd Hits 1950s Low as Screwworm Reaches Texas and Trade Talks with Mexico Begin
Ground beef prices have risen more than 20 percent since January 2025. U.S. and Mexican negotiators met June 16-17 to discuss the trade deal while President Trump warned Washington may withdraw.
pakistantoday.com.pkworld29 days ago
Six New World Screwworm Cases Confirmed in U.S. Animals Since Early June
Four cattle, one goat and one dog have tested positive. Officials have released sterile flies and begun building a new production facility to contain the parasite.
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Washington Examinerpolitics30 days ago
Nine Cases of New World Screwworm Confirmed in Texas and New Mexico
The parasite reappeared in the United States after eradication in 1966. Officials are expanding sterile fly production to contain the outbreak.
upi.comscience31 days ago
Eight New World Screwworm Cases Confirmed in Texas Since Early June
The first case since 1966 appeared in Zavala County. One additional case has been confirmed in New Mexico.
Abc Newsscience32 days ago
Screwworm parasite returns to Texas, prompting USDA response
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is preparing a billion-dollar effort to contain the New World screwworm after cases appeared in Texas and New Mexico. Officials have released sterile flies and set quarantine zones around affected sites.
upi.comscience32 days ago
CDC Activates Emergency Response After Six U.S. Screwworm Cases in Livestock and Pets
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention activated its formal emergency response on Thursday after the Department of Agriculture confirmed at least six cases of New World screwworm in cattle, a goat, and a dog.
Usa Todayscience34 days ago
Five New World Screwworm Cases Confirmed in Texas and New Mexico
U.S. officials confirmed three additional cases of the New World screwworm parasite on June 9, bringing the domestic total to five. The parasitic fly infects livestock, wildlife, and pets and has prompted import restrictions from Canada.
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Cattle Screwworm Detected Outside Texas as USDA Expands Response
The screwworm has been confirmed in additional states. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has increased eradication measures.
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The Hillfinance35 days ago
USDA Confirms Fourth New World Screwworm Case in Texas, First U.S. Infestation Since 1960s
The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm in Texas on Monday. One case involved an infested calf in La Salle County and the other a dog in Andrews County.
Nbc Newsworld37 days ago
USDA Detects First Screwworm in U.S. Cattle Since 1982; $750M Facility Already Funded to Triple Sterile-Fly Production
Two infections were detected in Texas calves this week. The USDA is restarting sterile-fly releases and building a new Texas facility to contain the outbreak.
gobackpacking.comworld38 days ago
New World Screwworm Detected in U.S. for First Time in Over 50 Years, Prompting Containment Response
The parasite threatens the country's $113 billion livestock industry. Officials are working to contain the outbreak after the first U.S. detection in more than half a century.
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The Independentscience38 days ago
Texas plans faster construction of sterile fly facility to combat cattle parasite
State officials expressed concern that a planned $750 million breeding facility will not open until after November 2027. The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the first Texas case of New World screwworm fly larvae since 1966.
nypost.comtechnology39 days ago
USDA Confirms New World Screwworm in Texas Calf, Launches Quarantine and Sterile-Fly Response
The USDA confirmed the first U.S. case of New World screwworm in Zavala County, Texas, on Wednesday night and established a 20-kilometer quarantine zone. Officials are expanding sterile-fly releases and forming a joint response team with state authorities.
news.sky.comworld39 days ago
Diddly Squat Farm Gives Away Pigs After Regulatory Order
The farm was required to remove its pigs following an order from authorities. Owner Jeremy Clarkson reacted emotionally to the decision.
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nypost.comscience40 days ago
USDA Confirms First Texas Screwworm Case Since 1966; Quarantines Area and Releases Sterile Flies
A 3-week-old calf in La Pryor tested positive. Officials imposed a 12-mile quarantine and released four million sterile flies the same day.
Nprscience46 days ago
U.S. cattle herd reaches lowest level since 1951
The total number of beef and dairy cattle in the United States stood at 86.2 million head on January 1, according to USDA data. Multiple factors, including drought, higher operating costs, and industry consolidation, have contributed to the decline.
financialexpress.comworld48 days ago
West Bank Shepherd Reports Loss of 45 Sheep to Settlers
A Palestinian shepherd stated that settlers took 45 sheep from her West Bank home before Eid al-Adha. The incident removed a source of family income.
France 24science48 days ago
Gaza Livestock Losses Limit Eid Sacrifices
Palestinians in Gaza face restrictions on traditional Eid animal sacrifices after the livestock sector was destroyed by war. Israel has not permitted imports of live animals, and border limits also block the pilgrimage to Mecca.
mondoweiss.networld53 days ago
Surveillance Footage Shows Settlers Taking Sheep in West Bank Area
Video recorded in Masafer Yatta shows individuals removing sheep from a Palestinian-owned flock. The incident occurred south of Hebron in the occupied West Bank.
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bbc.co.ukpolitics62 days ago
White House to Temporarily Suspend Beef Import Tariffs to Ease Record-High Domestic Prices
The Trump administration plans to suspend the annual tariff-rate quota on beef imports to address record-low U.S. cattle herds and supermarket prices near $7 per pound. Ranchers across Texas, Wyoming and Missouri warn the move will primarily benefit the Big Four meatpackers while…
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