No fat to trim: Texas beef industry profits eaten away by new threat the screwworm
· KRGV (NBC 5)
The Texas beef industry is facing significant challenges due to the resurgence of the New World screwworm, a parasite that can devastate livestock within days. Ranchers like James Henderson from the Bradley 3 Ranch are already grappling with inflation, drought, and wildfires, which have reduced cattle numbers to their lowest in over 70 years. The screwworm's return complicates matters further, as ranchers must take extra precautions to prevent infections, slowing herd growth. Meanwhile, meatpackers are struggling with high costs and negative profit margins, leading to increased beef prices for consumers. The industry's future remains uncertain as the screwworm outbreak continues.
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