New World screwworm in US, veterinary certificates needed to move animals
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 11, 2026 MEDIA:Dr. Ethan Andress,Dr. Beth Carlson, orDr. Margo Kunz701-328-2655 BISMARCK, N.D. – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed the detection of New World screwworm (NWS) on June 3 in Texas cattle. Animal owners are reminded that Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVIs) are needed to import animals into North Dakota, […]
USDA Actions to Protect Livestock Health From Highly Pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza
Federal Order to assist with developing a baseline of critical information and limiting the spread of H5N1 in dairy cattle WASHINGTON, April 24, 2024 – To further protect the U.S. livestock industry from the threat posed by highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, USDA is sharing a number of actions that we are taking with our […]
Emerging Threat to the United States – Fentanyl Combined with Illicit Xylazine
The Administration has designated fentanyl combined with illicit xylazine as an “emerging threat” to the United States. For full details on the announcement, read the latest AVMA News story.