New Fact Sheet: New World screwworm

While it’s been decades since the New World screwworm has been in Texas, it’s top of mind for many. Read the updated fact sheet from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts for key information.

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Chronic Wasting Disease

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
December 7, 2021
Price
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Overview

This 2-page publication answers basic questions about the disease including symptoms, how the disease is spread, what to do if you suspect the disease in animals, and recommended prevention strategies to follow.

Wasting Disease is a disease that affects the nervous system in white-tailed deer, mule deer, red deer, elk, and moose. This 2-page publication answers basic questions about the disease including symptoms, how the disease is spread, what to do if you suspect the disease in animals, and recommended prevention strategies to follow. (2 pages)

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