Researchers Aim to Stop Screwworm Flies from Invading the U.S.

In the 1990s, efforts successfully eradicated screwworm flies from the U.S., pushing their population south of Panama. However, in 2023, these pests have re-emerged, moving north through Central America and into Mexico, raising alarms about a potential return to the U.S. This situation poses significant risks to livestock and agriculture in border states, including Texas. Researchers in California are now focusing on strategies to prevent these flies from crossing into the U.S. and causing further agricultural damage.