Zavala County
Coverage of Zavala County in the Nexus archive.
- The flesh-eating pest that once cost ranchers millions is back
The New World screwworm, a parasitic fly eradicated from U.S. cattle since 1966, has resurfaced in Texas, New Mexico, and surrounding areas, infecting calves, a goat, and a dog. The outbreak threatens the beef industry, with record-high prices and reduced cattle numbers, exacerbated by recent funding cuts to monitoring programs.
- The flesh-eating pest that once cost ranchers millions is back
The New World screwworm, eradicated from U.S. cattle since 1966, has reemerged in Texas and New Mexico, infecting five animals including three calves, a goat, and a dog. Canada has restricted U.S. cattle imports, and authorities warn of potential economic impacts on the beef industry amid record-high prices and reduced cattle numbers.
- Flesh-eating screwworm found in Texas calf as ranchers brace for possible spread
The New World Screwworm (NWS) has been confirmed in a Texas calf, prompting USDA action to prevent spread. Federal officials reported six cases by June 11, with measures including sterile male fly releases and quarantine zones. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller criticized the USDA's response, citing the pest's rapid advance from Mexico.
- The Screwworm Is Messing With America’s Beef
The New World screwworm, a fly whose larvae attack livestock, has resurged in the U.S. after 60 years of eradication, threatening cattle and beef prices. The USDA is deploying sterile-insect techniques to combat the infestation, but the U.S. cattle herd is already strained by drought and rising costs.
- Louisiana puts restrictions on animals entering state after screwworm reaches Texas
Louisiana has imposed restrictions on animals entering the state due to confirmed cases of the New World screwworm in Texas. Federal and state officials are monitoring the spread of the flesh-eating parasite, which poses a risk to livestock and wildlife, with five cases reported in the U.S. since its detection in Texas.
- Three new cases of screwworm confirmed in Texas; A&M leader tasked as federal adviser
Three new cases of New World screwworm have been confirmed in Texas, and an A&M leader has been appointed as a federal adviser. The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of the parasite in a Texas calf, prompting an informational meeting hosted by the Texas Animal Health Commission in Cotulla.
- USDA confirms second screwworm fly found in Texas
The USDA confirmed a second case of a flesh-eating New World screwworm parasite in Texas, detected in a one-month-old calf in Zavala County. The agency is working to contain and eradicate the outbreak to prevent harm to the cattle population.
- Screwworm parasite arrives at the US border, with new cases in Coahuila and Texas
The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of New World screwworm in Zavala County, Texas, following a recent case in Coahuila, Mexico, near the border. The parasite, which threatens livestock and could harm the U.S. cattle industry economically, has resurfaced after being eradicated in the region. Mexico has reported over 350 human infestation cases, with new cases in Mexico City and Nuevo León.
- Flesh-eating New World screwworm fly is not a food safety or virus issue, Texas officials say
Texas officials, including Gov. Greg Abbott, confirmed the discovery of a New World screwworm fly in a 3-week-old calf in Zavala County. They emphasized that the parasite does not pose a food safety risk and is not transmissible like a virus.
- Border Report Live: 'A new reality' as New World screwworm crosses border
A calf infected with New World screwworm was found in La Pryor, Texas, in Zavala County, raising concerns about its connection to the border and Rio Grande Valley. The article questions why testing samples are sent to Iowa instead of being processed closer to the border.
- Flesh-eating screwworm detected in Texas for first time in decades
Federal and state officials confirmed the detection of the New World screwworm in a 3-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas, marking the first case in U.S. livestock in decades.
- Screwworm fly detected in Texas for first time in decades
The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the detection of a New World screwworm in a calf in Zavala County, Texas. This marks the first such case in decades and is currently the only confirmed instance.
- New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, stoking fresh cattle fears
New World screwworm, a deadly cattle pest eradicated in the U.S. 60 years ago, has been confirmed in Texas, sparking fears of economic losses amid a struggling cattle industry. The USDA confirmed the case in Zavala County and plans to quarantine and treat affected animals without a cull, while the National Cattlemen's Beef Association emphasizes efforts to protect producers.
- Flesh-eating New World screwworm found in Texas calf, USDA says
The USDA reported a 3-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas, was affected by New World screwworm larvae found in its umbilical area. No other animals were impacted according to the announcement.