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Canada Blocks Texas Animals Over Fly Threat | San Antonio News
Canada’s halting imports of horses, pigs, and cattle from Texas to prevent the spread of the deadly New World screwworm fly, which has already hit South Texas hard with 34 confirmed cases. Animals must have been outside Texas for at least 21 days to qualify for entry, and vets are now tracking movement to enforce the ban. Though Canada’s cold climate limits the fly’s survival, summer could pose a risk. The origin of the outbreak remains under investigation, with theories pointing to border policies or illegal cattle trafficking. The USDA also shut down livestock imports from Mexico in May…
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