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New world screwworm causes import restrictions

Jun 17, 2025
Jun 17, 2025

An adult new world screwworm fly.
Submitted photo from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

Lainie Kringen-Scholtz

Tri-State Neighbor Columnist

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Trade, imports, and tariffs have been on a lot of our minds over the past several months.

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Lainie Kringen-Scholtz, DVM, is veterinarian and owner of True North Veterinary Health in Wentworth, S.D. Reach her at truenorthveterinaryhealth@gmail.com or PO Box 117, Wentworth, SD 57075.

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