Texas ag commissioner slams federal government's response to screwworm threat
Summary
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller criticized the federal government’s handling of the New World screwworm fly threat. He expressed concerns about the Agriculture Department’s response to this pest problem affecting Texas livestock.Key Facts
- The New World screwworm fly is a pest that harms animals by laying eggs on wounds.
- Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller spoke publicly about the issue.
- Miller said the federal government’s efforts to control the screwworm threat are insufficient.
- The Agriculture Department is the federal agency responsible for dealing with agricultural pests.
- The disagreement highlights tensions between state and federal officials on managing agricultural problems.
- The threat affects livestock health and can cause economic damage to farmers.
- The issue was discussed on the CBS News program "The Daily Report."
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