Expect beef prices to rise as the New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite that disrupts food supply chains by attacking livestock, is now in Texas. Warmer temps from climate change create ideal conditions for this pest to thrive. www.usatoday.com/story/news/n... #EnvironmentalJustice
The latest USDA data showed New World screwworm was detected about 25 miles from the border. A Texas official said it may be as close as a mile away.
