New World screwworm

New World screwworm fly (Cochliomyia hominivorax) on Friday, Jun 06, 2025, in College Station, Texas. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)
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Three new cases of NWS confirmed in Texas 

USDA confirmed three additional New World screwworm cases in Texas, bringing the U.S. total to 15 as eradication efforts continue. Read More

New World screwworm has dominated news cycles as ranchers and livestock economists say producers have been ramping up for the unwelcome pest. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
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Reports of NWS was not unexpected

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2 U.S. House members look to restore USDA staff cuts

New World screwworm larvae. (Photo courtesy USDA APHIS.)

Gov. Abbott launches free New World screwworm inspector training

Wheat and cattle going different directions

Sara Wyant

Federal, state officials on high alert as New World screwworm advances into U.S.

FARM program publishes 2026 drug residue prevention manual

Five prong plan is working to fend off NWS, officials say 

John Bellinger - USDA senior adviser for New World screwworm preparedness

Texas A&M regent John Bellinger named USDA NWS senior adviser 

Confirmation of first cases of New World screwworm prompt state responses 

Fly on on green leaf. (Adobe Stock-#284696706 │ thithawat)

New Mexico unveils one-stop NWS website