Bud Dinges
Coverage of Bud Dinges in the Nexus archive.
- Screwworm fly detected in Texas decades after cattle threat was largely eradicated in US
The New World screwworm fly has been detected in a Texas calf, marking the first U.S. case in decades. A 12-mile quarantine zone was established, and USDA officials emphasized containment efforts, including releasing sterile flies, to prevent mass infestation.
- Screwworm fly detected in Texas decades after cattle threat was largely eradicated in US
The New World screwworm fly has been detected in a calf in south Texas, prompting a quarantine zone and USDA efforts to prevent spread. The fly, which infests wounds with flesh-eating larvae, was last seen in the U.S. in 1966. Authorities are using sterile fly releases and inspections to contain the threat.
- Screwworm fly detected in Texas decades after cattle threat was largely eradicated in US
The New World screwworm fly has been detected in a 3-week-old calf in Texas, prompting a 12-mile quarantine zone and efforts to prevent infestation. The USDA confirms this is the first case in Texas since 1966 and emphasizes containment measures like sterile fly releases to prevent mass infestation.