Texas Researchers Advance GMO Screwworm Fly Testing
Texas researchers test GMO screwworm flies as part of a U.S.-led effort to improve livestock protection against the re-emerging New World screwworm. The research includes outdoor testing of genetically modified sterile flies and supports plans to expand sterile fly production for future pest control efforts. Key Takeaways Texas researchers are supporting tests of genetically modified screwworm flies. The project aims to improve sterile fly production for pest control. New World screwworm has recently been detected in Texas livestock. Outdoor testing is expected to begin at a U.S.-funded facility in Panama. A future sterile fly production facility is planned in Texas. The
