New World Screwworm Threat to American Livestock

Tech expert discusses how robots can milk, feed, and clean cows on dairy farms. A threat to American livestock reemerged as New World Screwworm fly outbreak in Mexico triggers shutdown of cattle, horse, and bison imports along the US southern border.

Suspension of Live Cattle, Horse, and Bison Imports Due to New World Screwworm Threat

The Trump administration is halting live cattle, horse, and bison imports due to the spread of a flesh-eating pest threatening to cross the southern border. The New World Screwworm (NWS) is the reason for the suspension, which will be on a month-to-month basis until containment is achieved. The USDA and Mexican officials are working to eradicate the pest. This action is to protect the nation's food supply and animal safety.

New World Screwworm Outbreak

The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has spread into Mexico, alarming U.S. officials who have halted imports of live cattle, horses, and bison across the Southern border. Efforts to eradicate the pest go back decades, with a successful strategy in the 1960s and '70s. The U.S. and Mexico are working together to prevent the spread of this parasite.

US-Mexico Agriculture Conflict

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins warns Mexico of halting live animal imports due to the spread of New World screwworm. US demands immediate action to combat the dangerous pest.