New World Screwworm (NWS)
As concerns about New World Screwworm continue to grow, livestock producers are looking for practical ways to protect animal health and strengthen the resilience of their operations. Join the National Grazing Lands Coalition for a producer-focused discussion featuring two livestock producers, a veterinarian, and NatGLC's Linda Pechin-Long as host, who will share perspectives on preparedness, biosecurity, animal observation, and management practices to help reduce risk and improve response readiness.
Learn the Basics
Latest Updates
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Stay up to date on the current status of New World Screwworm in the United States, Mexico, and Central America at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/current-status?page=1
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TSCRA updates: https://tscra.org/screwworm/
Producer Meetings
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Get connected with your local Texas county NWS updates. View calendar here: https://calendar.tamu.edu/agrilife/month/date/20260701/tags/New%20World%20screwworm
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TSCRA has been holding weekly informational calls during which members can submit questions.
Register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1SAvIm4iQLGeXWa0KeffGQ#/registration
On-Hand Recommedations
Cowboy Recipe
Co-Ral Livestock Dust
+ Vaseline
Mix into a paste and apply to the animal's wound to deter flies and ticks and aid healing.
Questions?
For general questions, email screwworm@usda.gov.
To report suspected cases in Texas livestock, contact the Texas Animal Health Commission Region Office or the State veterinarian on call at 1-800-550-8242. Report suspected cases in Texas wildlife to Texas Parks & Wildlife.
For all other reporting, visit Report Suspected Cases of Screwworm.