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A flesh-eating screwworm, eradicated decades ago, has been detected in a Texas calf, sparking fears for the US cattle industry. Authorities are planning to combat the outbreak using methods like sterile fly release and detection dogs.
The number of U.S. beef and dairy cattle has fallen to its lowest level since 1951, primarily due to drought, rising operating costs, and increased consolidation, which is expected to affect beef prices.
A deep dive into the beef supply chain indicates that prices will continue to be elevated, attributed to a half-century low in the U.S. cattle herd, severe drought conditions, and increased feed costs.