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‘Maybe not a hunting season at all’: Outfitters fear impact of screwworm outbreak
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk Jorge Vela , as published by ValleyCentral
· June 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The number of infected animals has increased since the first case was confirmed in the state.
Concerns about the spread of screwworm in Texas are growing, affecting not only cattle ranches but also the hunting industry in the Rio Grande Valley. The number of infected animals has increased since the first case was confirmed in the state. Ranchers, hunters, and hunting outfitters are worried about the potential impact of the outbreak.
Further details about the situation are available from ValleyCentral. The screwworm outbreak has raised fears among those in the hunting industry, with some expressing concerns about the upcoming season. For more information, readers can refer to the full report from ValleyCentral.
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Category: local Published: June 9, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Concerns about the spread of screwworm in Texas are growing, affecting not only cattle ranches but also the hunting industry in the Rio Grande Valley. The number of infected animals has increased…
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