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How Texas universities are helping detect and control the New World screwworm
By Sara Sanchez at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
As of June 19, officials had confirmed 12 New World screwworm cases in the United States, including 11 in Texas and one in New Mexico. The USDA said the funding will support new technologies aimed at improving detection, treatment and eradication efforts.
What is the New World screwworm?
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Key takeaway The USDA said the funding will support new technologies aimed at improving detection, treatment and eradication efforts.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The involvement of several Texas universities in the USDA's Grand Challenge is a significant development for the state's livestock industry, which is a crucial part of the local economy in Collin and Denton counties, where Frisco is located. The funding awarded to Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas Tech University, and other institutions will support innovative projects aimed at detecting and controlling the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly that can cause severe injuries and economic losses for livestock producers. The fact that Texas universities are playing a key role in addressing this issue is a testament to the state's research capabilities and its commitment to protecting the agricultural sector. As the projects move forward, it will be worth watching how the new technologies and treatments developed through the Grand Challenge are implemented in local communities, including Frisco, and how they impact the livelihoods of livestock producers in the area.
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Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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What is this story about? As of June 19, officials had confirmed 12 New World screwworm cases in the United States, including 11 in Texas and one in New Mexico. The USDA said the funding will support new technologies aimed at improving detection, treatment and eradication efforts.
What is the New World screwworm?
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