United States agricultural authorities are responding to a potential biosecurity threat following a suspected parasitic infestation in southern Texas. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investigating a possible case of the New World screwworm, a parasite capable of seriously damaging livestock populations.
This follows the detection of the parasite in Mexico, just 25 miles from the American border. A confirmed outbreak could jeopardise the livestock sector, potentially disrupting supply chains and driving up production costs.
