Join us on Cow Talks as we delve into the pressing issue of New World Screwworms with Dr. Diane Kitchen, a veterinary manager with FDACS and state epidemiologist. As a continuation of our conversation with Drs. Andrew Short and Edwin Burgess, we discuss the history, current threats, and the critical importance of surveillance and reporting in preventing the spread of this potentially devastating pest. Stay informed and vigilant to protect both livestock and wildlife in the Southeastern United States while tuning in for expert insights on safeguarding forage communities.

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/cattle/ticks/screwworm

https://www.fdacs.gov/Agriculture-Industry/Pests-and-Diseases/Animal-Pests-and-Diseases/New-World-Screwworm