U.S. to spend $850M to combat screwworm fly

Breakdown

• Screwworm fly poses a major threat to livestock and the food supply.
• The last U.S. outbreak was in 2017 and was controlled with sterile fly techniques. 43s
• The U.S. is investing $850 million, including $750 million for a new sterile fly facility. 1m 40s
• The new facility will produce 300 million sterile male flies weekly for targeted release. 1m 54s
• Mexico is partnering with the U.S. to boost eradication efforts and prevent future outbreaks. 2m 6s