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U.S. Works to Control Screwworm Outbreak Threatening Cattle Industry

5 Haziran 2026Japan Times

A deadly screwworm parasite has been detected in a 3-week-old calf in south Texas, marking the first occurrence in the United States in almost ten years. Authorities are racing to contain the outbreak to prevent it from spreading and threatening the cattle supply.
This situation raises concerns for the livestock industry, which could face significant economic impacts if the parasite proliferates.
The screwworm is a parasitic fly that lays its eggs in open wounds, leading to severe infections that can be fatal for livestock. Its previous eradication in the U.S.
The detection of the screwworm in Texas is a critical alert for the agricultural sector, highlighting vulnerabilities in biosecurity measures. Given the parasite's history of devastating livestock populations, swift and effective containment strategies will be essential to mitigate potential economic fallout and pro…

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This article is based on information available as of October 2023 and may be subject to updates as new developments arise.

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