WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has issued the following press release:
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has approved the release of two New World screwworm (NWS) infested zones in Texas, following concurrence from Texas's State Veterinarian, Dr. Bud Dinges, and the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC). This marks a significant milestone: the first NWS infested zones to be released in Texas since the first case was detected in Texas on June 3.
"The Texas Animal Health Commission has been an outstanding partner throughout our response to New World screwworm. Their vigilance, on‑the‑ground expertise, and...