As concerns grow over the spread of New World Screwworm, the beef checkoff has launched new resources to help cattle producers identify, prevent, and respond to potential infestations. The National Cattlemen's Beef Association's checkoff-funded Issues Management and Public Relations team has developed educational materials that producers can download free of charge. Resources include identification guides, treatment information, and on-farm posters available in both English and Spanish. Producers can access the materials at BQA.org/Screwworm/Producer. New World Screwworm is a destructive pest whose larvae feed on the living tissue of animals. Infestations begin when adult flies lay eggs in open wounds, potentially causing severe health problems in cattle and other livestock. Industry officials stress that screwworm is not a food safety concern and cannot be transmitted through beef or other food products. Producers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the new resources and monitor livestock closely for signs of infestation.
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