Cattle industry urges action as screwworm fly spreads north

The CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says the detection of New World screwworm just 70 miles from the southern border is concerning. Colin Woodall says, “Time is no longer on our side.” He says getting new sterile fly facilities online won’t happen overnight.  “In the meantime, it’s important that the Secretary also continue […]

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