Rollins Warns Ranchers Face Scary Time as Flesh-Eating Screwworm Resurfaces in Texas

Two confirmed cases of New World screwworm were found in South Texas, prompting warnings from Rollins about the dangers of the outbreak. The agency ties the resurgence to earlier open border policies and illicit cattle movement, highlighting vulnerabilities in biosecurity. This event underscores the need for stricter border controls and agricultural safety measures to protect the livestock industry.