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Texas Launches Innovative Bait to Combat Screwworm Threat

8/2/2025

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In Texas, officials are taking decisive action against the New World screwworm, a dangerous parasite threatening livestock. The Texas Agriculture Commissioner has introduced Swormlure-5, an innovative bait to lure and eliminate screwworm flies. This crucial initiative seeks to safeguard the cattle industry from economic turmoil caused by dwindling cattle populations and soaring beef prices.

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Story summary

In Texas, officials are taking decisive action against the New World screwworm, a dangerous parasite threatening livestock. The Texas Agriculture Commissioner has introduced Swormlure-5, an innovative bait to lure and eliminate screwworm flies. This crucial initiative seeks to safeguard the cattle industry from economic turmoil caused by dwindling cattle populations and soaring beef prices.