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From One to Two- Second Positive Case of New World Screwworm Found in Texas
Sat Jun 6th, 2026 13:22:49 CDT
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed a second detection of New World screwworm (NWS) after testing a number of suspect cases. The confirmed case was found in a one-month-old calf in Zavala County, Texas, approximately 5.6 miles away from the first confirmed detection. APHIS and our ...
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Advancing Markets for Producers Initiative Opens New Opportunities for Oklahoma Farmers and Ranchers
Fri Jun 5th, 2026 13:35:03 CDT
The Advancing Markets for Producers Initiative (AMP) is bringing a new approach to conservation and agricultural growth in Oklahoma, focusing on helping producers access new markets and add value to the conservation practices they are already implementing on their operations. According to Jean Lam-Thompson, executive director of the Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts (OACD), the ...
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NWS Outlook: Industry Experts Advise Vigilance Against New World Screwworm
Fri Jun 5th, 2026 8:41:37 CDT
As the New World Screwworm (NWS) continues to make headlines, it is important to be aware of your herd’s risk level. Producers need to be prepared to implement additional monitoring and biosecurity measures if an infestation occurs in their area. Dr. Mitch Blanding, the director of beef technical services at Zoetis, discussed steps producers can ...
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Auction Markets Drive Price Discovery as Cattle Prices Reach Historic Highs Fri Jun 5th, 2026 9:26:29 CDT
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Joe Barbour, area representative for the Livestock Marketing Association, who discusses the critical role livestock auction markets play in price discovery, the remarkable cattle market of 2026, and the upcoming Livestock Marketing Association convention and World Livestock Auctioneer Championship in South Dakota. LMA ...
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