NEWAgriculture
U.S. Mexico Open Fly Facility for Screwworm Outbreak Control
Published on 6/28/2026

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The U.S. and Mexico have inaugurated a sterile fly facility aimed at mitigating the screwworm outbreak affecting livestock. This initiative involves the production of sterile screwworm flies that will be released to combat the pest. The facility is expected to support farmers by reducing the financial impact of screwworms on livestock. Such measures are crucial for maintaining agricultural productivity and market stability.
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