The cattle industry is on high alert following the latest case of New World Screwworm in Mexico, which was reported just 70 miles from the U.S. border.
USDA has boots on the ground there, inspecting fly traps and dispersing sterile flies into the region.
Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller joined RFD-TV’s Jennifer Vickery-Smith to give an update on the confirmation, more context behind Sec. Rollins’ statement about not relying on Mexico, and the impact this has on the industry.
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The most notable crop changes came in wheat.
Secretary Rollins says the first U.S. calf infected with screwworm responded to treatment and is back to full health.
Questions remain about quarantines as state and federal officials respond to confirmed cases.
Dr. Phillip Kaufman discussed sterile fly releases, release zone adjustments and steps producers can take to protect livestock.
