Florida Watches for Screwworm Threat

Florida’s agriculture department is ramping up its surveillance with new traps across the state to catch the New World screwworm before it arrives — even though none have been found yet. This proactive effort isn’t just local; traps are already deployed in Texas and New Mexico, thanks to technology working across state lines. Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson credits the system for early detection, which is key to stopping this invasive pest before it spreads. It’s a coordinated effort with USDA and other states — everyone’s being asked to stay alert and help keep Florida screwworm-free. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0b9a377554d557f1