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Screwworms in Texas: What an infestation means for livestock, beef supply and the economy
The return of the flesh-eating screwworm fly in Texas has caused ranchers and government agencies to take action to contain the threat to the U.S. cattle industry, which is valued at $113 billion. The infestation poses risks to livestock, beef supply, and the broader economy.
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