County extension screwworm meeting tonight

By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff With New World screwworm detections expanding across southern New Mexico, Luna County residents will have an opportunity to learn about the parasitic pest and how to protect livestock, pets and wildlife during an informational meeting this evening. The New Mexico State University College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences Cooperative Extension Service is promoting the public meeting for 6 p.m. today at the Southwestern New Mexico State Fairgrounds, 4200 Raymond Reed Blvd., Building 1. According to the event announcement, the meeting will focus on raising awareness about New World Screwworm, providing information about the pest’s presence in the region and keeping residents informed as the situation develops. Luna County Extension Agent Jack Blandford is listed as the contact for the event, which is open to everyone, including livestock owners, pet owners and members of the general public.

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