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USDA Reopens Border Sites to Combat Screwworm Threat

7/1/2025

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is taking decisive action against the New World Screwworm, a dangerous parasite threatening American agriculture. Beginning July 7, five livestock import sites along the Mexican border will gradually reopen over three months, with vigilant monitoring in place to safeguard crops and livestock from this invasive threat.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is taking decisive action against the New World Screwworm, a dangerous parasite threatening American agriculture. Beginning July 7, five livestock import sites along the Mexican border will gradually reopen over three months, with vigilant monitoring in place to safeguard crops and livestock from this invasive threat.