Texas A & M AgriLife launches screwworm task force to protect cattle industry
· KRGV (NBC 5)
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service has initiated a task force to combat the New World screwworm, which has recently spread to New Mexico after a dog tested positive. Dr. Phillip Kaufman, a veterinary entomologist, is leading this initiative aimed at safeguarding the Texas cattle industry. The task force will develop training programs to ensure effective inspection and treatment of cattle, preventing the parasite's spread. Kaufman noted that a comprehensive plan will be ready by the end of the week for review by the animal health commission, which will facilitate further training for personnel in affected regions.
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