# Screwworm Could Screw Up Meat Prices

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Podcast: [The Tom Roten Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show-6668594)
Published: 2026-07-10T10:00:02+00:00
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## Resource

The USDA describes New World screwworms as "devastating pests." The flesh-eating parasite has spread across Texas, threatening livestock and beef prices. Animal health expert, Dr Bain Wilson, discusses the impact and precautionary measures ranchers are taking. Wilson is the Educational/Outreach Manager with Ranchblot. Also, the US Supreme Court recently ruled against forcing gun owners in Hawaii to seek permission before carrying a firearm in private businesses. Ohio firearms instructor Tom Hall, a 2nd Amendment/Constitutional expert discusses that and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support .

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