Texas Governor Pushes for Accelerated Fly-Breeding Facility to Combat Cattle Parasite
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has expressed urgency in accelerating the construction of a new fly-breeding facility aimed at combating the New World screwworm fly, a parasite threatening the cattle industry. The $750 million facility, located near Edinburg, Texas, is part of a broader effort by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to produce sterile flies to control the parasite's population. The screwworm fly larvae, which feed on living tissue, pose a significant threat to livestock. The USDA confirmed recent infestations in Texas, marking the first cases since 1966. Governor Abbott has pledged state support to expedite the facility's construction, emphasizing the need for rapid action to prevent further spread. 
