Screwworm Fly Returns to U.S. Soil

A flesh-eating screwworm fly has officially landed in south Texas — the first confirmed case in the U.S. in decades. While the larvae pose a serious threat to livestock, pets, and even humans, they’re not infecting food, offering some relief. The USDA is on high alert, deploying millions of sterile flies, investing $21 million to build a new fly factory in Texas, and setting up thousands of traps along the border. Livestock imports from Mexico are paused, and officials urge vigilance — because while the fly doesn’t travel far on its own, it can hitch rides with animals and people. 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/38735fc6e829dba7