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FDA Authorizes New Tool Against New World Screwworm
California Ag Today
Emergency authorization allows CLiK Extra wound spray for prevention in livestock and certain wildlife.
OSU Insect Cameras and Cattle Groups React to Southern Border Reopening
The Agribusiness Update
Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a low-cost, semi-automated, AI-driven method that uses remote cameras to survey bumblebees and other insects, and cattle groups support reopening of the southern border to live cattle from Mexico.
A Quarter-Million Flies Per Square Mile Per Week
California Ag Today
Millions of sterile flies helped eliminate a Mediterranean fruit fly infestation near San Jose.
Sterilizing screworms
Idaho Ag Today
A new sterile-fly production plant opened in Metapa de Domínguez, Chiapas, Mexico, on June 27, 2026.
Parma R & E benefits
Idaho Ag Today
Back in 1922 U of I entomologists were sent to Parma to help local farmers address an outbreak of alfalfa weevil.
Parma Celebration
Idaho Ag Today
Celebration began for the one-hundredth anniversary of the University of Idaho’s Parma Research and Extension Center in Canyon County.
Pasture Mealybug Confirmed in Florida
Southeast Regional Ag News
The invasive insect can weaken grasses and spread quickly if not reported and managed.
Mexican Fruit Fly Quarantine Expands in San Diego County
California Ag Today
State and federal officials respond after detection of a mated female fly near Spring Valley.
Southeast Researchers Join USDA Screwworm Fight
Southeast Regional Ag News
University of Florida, Auburn University, and NCBA are among recipients of funding through USDA's New World Screwworm Grand Challenge.
New World Screwworm Not a Surprise
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
New World Screwworm made its way into the U.S. last week, but National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CEO, Colin Woodall says his group was not caught by surprise at the announcement.
Livestock insect research
Idaho Ag Today
A dedication ceremony in the hill country of Texas.
New World Screwworm in Texas
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Wednesday night, the USDA received official confirmation of the first case of New World Screwworm in Texas.
Sharpshooter Find Sparks State Concern
California Ag Today
County agricultural commissioners warn the invasive pest could threaten vineyards and backyard grape plants alike.
Seed Treatments
Idaho Ag Today
At the moment a seed is planted, seed treatments play a crucial role by providing protection against diseases, insects, and nematode pressure.
Pheromones and insect pests
Idaho Ag Today
Commercial vegetable growers face common threats to their produce.
What’s Hitchhiking Into the Southeast?
Southeast Regional Ag News
Scientists say invasive pests are arriving through trade, travel, nursery stock, and shipments.
A 516 Page Warning for Ag
California Ag Today
New analysis highlights urgent gaps in pest prevention funding and staffing.
NCBA backs revised USDA screw-worm playbook
Line on Agriculture
The USDA's second draft of the New World screw worm response plan is acceptable to the National Cattlemen's Beef Association after pushing back on the initial draft plan.
Citrus Greening Heroes and USMCA Improvements Pushed
The Agribusiness Update
A few tiny heroes may help fight Florida’s long-running battle against citrus greening disease, and rising costs, and a bipartisan group of senators is urging continued support and improvements to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Building a Bug Blockade
Southeast Regional Ag News
The federal government is investing in a new sterile fly factory designed to halt the spread of the New World screwworm.