Brazos County commissioners respond to a public speaker's request regarding the New World Screwworm

This podcast contains comments from the June 23, 2026 Brazos County commission meeting.Brazos County commissioners respond to a public speaker's request to do more public awareness about risks associated with the migrating New World Screwworm.The request during Tuesday's meeting (June 23) came from local veterinarian Gina Mosavi. Her message was targeted to the owners of domestic animals to be on the lookout for the insect that is affecting the livestock industry.Mosavi's request was taken up at the end of Tuesday's meeting. Commissioner Bentley Nettles and county judge Duane Peters agreed to get an agent from the Brazos County extension office to provide an update and to post links on the county's website to provide information about the insect.Sheriff Wayne Dicky added that his livestock and animal control units are being trained in what to look for. And Dicky said he'll be contacting the health district to offer their assistance.