Key facts
- Cattlemen are increasing herd inspections and using drones to combat the New World screwworm.
- The USDA is resuming sterile-fly production to address the outbreak.
The New World screwworm outbreak has led cattlemen to adopt new methods, including the use of drones and enhanced inspections, to protect their livestock. In parallel, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is restarting its sterile-fly production program as part of the response to the escalating situation.