Return of the New World screwworm roils US beef markets amid cross-border crime links
TL;DR
A revived New World screwworm has been found in the US (Texas and New Mexico) after decades of eradication, with researchers tracing its comeback to illegal Central American cattle trafficking; the outbreak threatens billions in beef losses, has involved a dog case in New Mexico, and has spurred discussions on control methods including sterile fly releases and the controversial SWASS tool, underscoring the need for cross-border action to halt the pest at its source.
Topics:nationscience#illegal-cattle-trafficking#science#screwworm#sterile-insect-technique#swass#usda
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