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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

Texas ranchers expected New World screwworm's return, relying on preparedness, inspections and control efforts to limit spread. Read More

Photo courtesy of Center for Grazinglands and Ranch Management.
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Center helps ranchers with their grazing lands

John Bellinger - USDA senior adviser for New World screwworm preparedness
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Texas A&M regent John Bellinger named USDA NWS senior adviser 

Researchers with the Texas A&M Department of Poultry Science collect samples from the bottoms of shoes covered in plastic bags during research evaluating disinfectant effectiveness under real-world poultry farm conditions. (LindseyWythe/Texas A&M AgriLife)

New research offers practical biosecurity tools to limit poultry disease spread

  • By Karn Dhingra │ Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
coffee pouring to cup surrounded by coffee beans (Photo: iStock - iWichy)

Is coffee good for you?

  • By Abagail Chartier and Rachel Knight │ Texas A&M AgriLife
The new Meat Science and Technology Center will bring state-of-the-art facilities to advance research, teaching and extension programs for industry and producers. (Kirksey Architecture, Potter Lawson)

Planners approve new meat science center

New World screwworm’s risk for the wildlife population 

Trump considers lowering beef prices with more imports from Argentina  

Cotton prices: Where are they headed? 

Bluebonnets and Indian paintbrushes are early bloomers in the spring. (Photo: Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

When do I plant wildflower seeds for stunning spring blooms?

Horses are a key part of beef cattle operations across Texas. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Ranch horse program on Aug. 4 kicks off annual beef cattle short course in College Station