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NWS detected in another Concho Valley county as US cases jump to 15
By Aaron McGuire at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — New World screwworm has been detected in Crockett County, one of three cases reported by the United States Department of Agriculture over the weekend as the number of confirmed U.S. detections jumps to 15. According to the USDA's New World screwworm co...
Key takeaway According to the USDA's New World screwworm confirmed detections dashboard, the parasite was found [...
Why this matters in Abilene News
The detection of New World screwworm in Crockett County has significant implications for the local livestock industry in the Abilene area. As the number of confirmed US cases rises to 15, Taylor County ranchers and farmers should be on high alert for signs of infestation in their animals. The parasite's presence in a neighboring county increases the risk of transmission, potentially leading to economic losses and animal suffering. Abilene's agricultural community should take proactive measures to protect their livestock, such as increased monitoring and implementation of preventative measures. The city's proximity to Crockett County also raises concerns about the potential spread of the parasite through human activity or animal migration, making it crucial for local authorities to collaborate with state and federal agencies to contain the outbreak and prevent further detections in the area.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
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What is this story about? SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — New World screwworm has been detected in Crockett County, one of three cases reported by the United States Department of Agriculture over the weekend as the number of confirmed U.S. detections jumps to 15. According to the USDA's New World screwworm co...
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