Iowa has successfully eradicated the pseudorabies virus after the first
U.S. commercial detection since 2004, with a second round of testing confirming
the disease did not spread beyond the initially affected facilities. All
quarantines have been lifted.
=^Quarantine Lifted After PRV Cleared
USDA is investing $105 million across 40 research projects through its New
World Screwworm Grand Challenge, aiming to boost detection, eradication and
preparedness to protect U.S. livestock from the destructive pest.
BUSDA Invests in NWS Projects
A tropical low-pressure center in south Texas may become the Atlantic's
first-named tropical system of the 2026 season. But even if it doesn't, it will
produce heavy rain near the coast that could lead to significant flooding.
4^Ag Weather Forum
USDA officials are increasingly worried wild animals could spread New
World screwworm to livestock, as confirmed cases grew to 12 across Texas and
New Mexico, prompting aggressive federal response efforts.
BWildlife Concerns Grow for Possible NWS Spread
Recent rainfall across the Plains and Midwest is improving pasture
conditions in some beef cow areas, while the Southeast remains notably dry.
More rain is expected throughout the week.
Drought Eases in Some Beef States
