Screwworm Threat? North Dakota’s Cold Keeps It Away | Bismarck News

Screwworms are a livestock nightmare elsewhere, but North Dakota’s brutal winters make it nearly impossible for them to take root here. Ag Commissioner Doug Goehring says the cold is a natural barrier, though precautions still apply—especially for animals coming from Texas, which require permits and inspections. He even recommends producers do their own quick checks for extra peace of mind. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/c6c374ee907a659e