National Cattlemen's Beef Association applauds Agriculture Secretary Rollins' recent decision to suspend Mexican cattle, horse and bison imports over the spread of New World screwworm, saying Mexico's corruption and mismangement has caused the pest to spread closer to the U.

The New World screwworm isn't a new species, but the flesh-eating maggots are certainly disturbing. Here's what Tennesseans need to know.

Fearing a resurgence of the New World Screwworm parasite in the US, the Department of Agriculture block livestock imports from Mexico

Domesticated species that could be affected by the New World Screwworm include cattle, sheep, goats, horses, pets and even humans in rare cases.

The cattle industry is on high alert after the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture suspended the imports of live cattle, horses and bison after the detection of the New World screwworm fly in Mexico.

The New World Screwworm is a devastating parasite now on the US border. Has it been found in Ohio? How to spot them and what to know.

Tennessee State Veterinarian Dr. Samantha Beaty is urging animal owners to be aware of New World Screwworm (NWS), an invasive pest that poses a serious threat to livestock and other warm-blooded animals,

A Tennessee State veterinarian has urged animal owners to be on the lookout for an invasive pest: the New World Screwworm.

Secretary Brooke Rollins says this decision wasn't made from politics or punishment, but rather for food and animal security.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an immediate suspension of live cattle, horse, and bison imports through ports of entry along the southern border.