What Ohio Cattle Producers Need to Know About New World Screwworm
Although the New World screwworm is not currently established in Ohio, agricultural experts are closely monitoring the threat it poses to livestock and the potential impact its spread could have on the U.S. animal agriculture industry. In this interview, Ohio State medical and veterinary entomologist, Risa Pesapane, explains what producers need to know about the pest, why concerns about its spread are growing, and the serious risks it could pose to cattle and other livestock. She discusses the warning signs of infestation, the importance of early detection and steps Ohio farmers can take to help protect their herds.