United States Department of Agriculture Confirms Second New World Screwworm Case in Texas Cattle

The USDA confirmed a second case of the New World screwworm in Texas following the initial discovery in a calf.Governor Greg Abbott declared a statewide disaster as authorities established a quarantine zone to stop the parasite.Canada banned livestock imports from Texas for animals present in the state during the previous twenty-one days.Federal officials are releasing sterile flies to suppress the infestation and protect the regional beef industry.
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