AUSTIN, Texas — As concerns continue to grow across the livestock industry regarding the potential threat of New World screwworm (NWS) in North America, the Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) is encouraging pork producers to stay informed through an extensive online resource library designed to support preparedness, education, and herd health protection.
While New World screwworm has not been reported in any swine herds, Texas Pork officials emphasize that awareness and proactive planning remain critical tools for protecting animal agriculture. The organization recently highlighted its dedicated New World Screwworm information center, which provides swine producers, veterinarians, exhibitors, and livestock owners with access to the latest educational materials, regulatory guidance, reporting procedures, and animal health resources.
“Protecting herd health starts with staying informed,” Texas Pork stated. “Education and awareness are key tools in safeguarding our animals and our industry.”
The online resource center offers a wide range of information designed specifically to help producers understand the pest, recognize potential warning signs, and access expert guidance if concerns arise. Available resources include:
- Educational Video Library on New World Screwworm
- Frequently Asked Questions About NWS
- Screwworm Coalition of Texas information
- Updates from the Texas Animal Health Commission
- History of New World Screwworm
- USDA Information on NWS
- Current NWS Status Reports
- Protocols for Potential Outbreak Situations
- Guidance on Reporting Suspicious Cases
- New World Screwworm Factsheet for Swine Producers
- Approved Drugs for Livestock Related to NWS
- Accredited Veterinarian Directory
- Interactive Maps of NWS Zones
- FDA Emergency Use Information for Decotmax in Livestock
- FDA Veterinary Guidance on Approved NWS Treatments
- National Center for Reproductive Sciences (NCRS) recommendations for reducing NWS risk on livestock operations
The resource library serves as a centralized location for producers seeking current information about biosecurity, animal health monitoring, treatment options, and regulatory response procedures. Texas Pork officials noted that the webpage will be continuously updated as new information becomes available.
For the pork industry, preparedness remains especially important. Although NWS has historically been associated with cattle and other livestock species, swine producers are encouraged to remain vigilant and maintain strong biosecurity practices. Early detection, prompt reporting, and coordination with veterinarians and animal health officials are considered essential components of protecting both individual herds and the broader U.S. pork industry.
Texas Pork emphasized that the information is being shared as a proactive educational effort to ensure producers have access to the latest guidance and resources needed to protect animal health and support industry readiness.
Producers with questions regarding New World screwworm preparedness, educational materials, or available resources are encouraged to contact the Texas Pork Producers Association directly at tppa@texaspork.org.
Additional information and resources can be found through Texas Pork’s New World Screwworm information center.