Erath County Ag

10/22/2026

New World screwworm has been detected in a hunter-harvested elk in Pecos County

New World screwworm is a devastating pest that can kill infected animals.

Hunters, please inspect your harvest for maggots or a rotted flesh odor.

DETAILS below 👇

10/22/2026

10/01/2026

AUSTIN, TX – The TAHC executive director issued entry requirements for all livestock, exotic livestock, fowl, and exotic fowl from New World screwworm (NWS) affected states outside of Texas. These additional movement requirements are placed to prevent potential introduction or spread of NWS to new areas of the state.

Read the full press release here: https://bit.ly/4rJ4PiO

09/28/2026

*CEU OPPORTUNITY*

Come out for the Cattle Gathering Beef Program Friday, October 30th at The Station FNB in Dublin. Various topics will be covered and lunch will be provided by MERCK. Call to RSVP: (325)-356-2539

09/14/2026

We’ve got our eyes on wildlife 👀

We’re working with landowners, hunters, wildlife rehabbers, and other partners to stop New World screwworm, a devastating pest that can kill infested animals.

🔎 So far, we’ve investigated 10,854 animals statewide, and we’ll continue until New World screwworm is eliminated from the U.S.

You can help by reporting animals with suspicious wounds. 👉 Get details on how to report at tpwd.texas.gov/screwworm

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Our partners in the fight against New World screwworm
Texas Animal Health Commission
USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Texas Division of Emergency Management
Texas Department of Agriculture

09/06/2026

As hunters head outdoors this weekend, remember that many activities associated with hunting and camping can accidentally start a wildfire.

Vehicles, trailers, ATVs/UTVs and campfires can all cause wildfires when conditions are dry.

Before heading out...
🔥 Check local burn bans and restrictions
🔥Avoid driving or parking on dry grass
🔥Make sure trailer chains don’t drag on the road
🔥Always fully extinguish campfires before leaving

With firefighters currently responding to wildfires across Texas, everyone can do their part to help prevent the next one.

Follow Wildfire Education & Prevention - Texas A&M Forest Service for more wildfire prevention tips.