10/31/2026
🚨NEW WORLD SCREWWORM UPDATE | OCTOBER 30, 2026 🚨
Hamilton Farm & Ranch | Protecting Our Livestock & Agricultural Community
New World Screwworm (NWS) continues to spread, and we want our farmers, ranchers, and livestock owners to stay informed and prepared!
📊 LATEST USDA CONFIRMED U.S. TOTALS
🔴 75 Total Confirmed Animal Cases
🔴 22 Active Cases
🟢 53 Inactive Cases
🦌 1 Wildlife Case (Inactive)
🪰 2 Fly-Trap Detections
📍 Confirmed animal cases now span TEXAS, NEW MEXICO & ARIZONA.
⚠️ WHAT'S CHANGED SINCE OUR OCTOBER 24 UPDATE?
➡️ 10 additional confirmed animal cases nationwide.
➡️ Active cases have increased from 12 to 22.
➡️ Arizona has reported its first confirmed animal case.
➡️ New detections include cattle, dogs, and a domestic cat, reminding us that NWS is NOT limited to livestock.
➡️ Additional Texas counties have been affected by new or modified infested-zone orders and animal movement restrictions.
🐂 IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR PRODUCERS
An animal case being classified as INACTIVE does NOT automatically mean the associated infested zone has been released.
Always check current Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) orders before transporting livestock or other susceptible animals.
🔎 INSPECT → PREVENT → TREAT → REPORT
Be especially watchful for:
🔸 Maggots in wounds
🔸 Foul odors or unusual drainage
🔸 Wounds that aren't healing
🔸 Excessive licking, irritation, or discomfort
🔸 Open wounds, newborn navels, and recent surgical or castration sites
Early detection is critical! If you suspect screwworm, contact your veterinarian and report the suspected case to animal health authorities promptly.
🏪 HAMILTON FARM & RANCH IS HERE TO HELP!
We carry a variety of wound-care, fly-control, and screwworm prevention and treatment products to help you protect your animals.
Stop by HFR and let our friendly, knowledgeable staff help you find the products you need.
📚 STAY INFORMED — OFFICIAL SOURCES
USDA APHIS: www.aphis.usda.gov
Texas Animal Health Commission: www.tahc.texas.gov
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension: agrilifeextension.tamu.edu
🇺🇸 Our agricultural community is stronger when we stay informed, look out for one another, and take action early.
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