US screwworm cases rise as outbreak spreads beyond initial contamination zones
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The US is seeing a worrying increase in screwworm cases, with twelve confirmed infections among cattle, goats, sheep, and a dog in Texas and New Mexico. This marks a significant escalation from the initial case detected on June 3 in south Texas. Agricultural experts are concerned about the potential impact on the Texas beef industry, given the economic and logistical challenges posed by screwworm infestations. If the outbreak continues to spread, it could severely disrupt livestock farming and related industries.
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