USDA
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US$750M Texas screwworm facility to open seven months ahead of schedule
Additionally, USDA officials launch AI-equipped drones to detect screwworm in South Texas livestock
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US reopens Mexico livestock imports as New World screwworm risks ease
The move marks a significant step in restoring cross-border livestock trade while maintaining strict biosecurity measures.
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Neogen expands insect control recommendations as NWS concerns grow
“The United States has defeated this pest before, and we will do it again,” said the USDA.
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Michigan tightens livestock entry rules to prevent New World screwworm spread
Michigan has implemented new domestic animal entry requirements to prevent the spread of NWS.
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USDA confirms New World screwworm case in Texas calf, launches emergency response
Three-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas, affected, with no further detections elsewhere.
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USDA opens advanced livestock insect research lab to strengthen cattle pest control efforts
The state-of-the-art laboratory facility will provide the U.S. cattle industry with innovative tools and advanced technologies to manage and eliminate the invasive fly and tick pests
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US wheat shipment to fund livestock feed project in Kenya
The LIFT project is organised by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and implemented by Counterpart International.
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AFIA secures US$175,000 to expand U.S. pet food exports in Asia
AFIA said the initiative aims to strengthen market access for American animal food products in regions where demand for pet nutrition continues to grow.
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Tunisia’s aquaculture investment reaches US$30.7M in 2025
Aquaculture targets 50,000 tonnes of output by 2030
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USDA opens new Tampico facility to intensify fight against new world screwworm
Today, USDA currently disperses about 100 million sterile flies per week across Mexico.
