Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced on July 30, 2026, that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will allocate $25 million to establish a sterile fly dispersal facility in Arizona aimed at addressing the New World Screwworm (NWS) issue. During her visit to Arizona, Rollins was joined by Republican Representatives Andy Biggs, Juan Ciscomani, and Eli Crane to discuss the USDA's efforts.
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USDA to invest $25 million in Arizona facility to combat New World Screwworm
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will invest $25 million to open a sterile fly dispersal facility in Arizona to combat New World Screwworm. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins made the announcement during a visit to the state, accompanied by local Republican representatives.
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