Growing On Podcast

Presented by Georgia Farm Bureau

"Growing On" is a show produced by the Georgia Farm Bureau to discuss agriculture related issues and topics to help promote and advocate for Georgia agriculture as well as educate consumers about the production of food and traditional farming practices. 

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Episode 54: New World Screw Worm - What Georgia Livestock Producers Need to Know

Georgia State Veterinarian Dr. Jane Marie Hennebelle joins the podcast to break down New World screw worm — a parasitic fly that was eradicated from the U.S. in 1966 but remains a serious threat to livestock and animal health today. Dr. Hennebelle explains how the fly's maggots feed on live tissue in open wounds, why early detection is critical, and what an incursion could mean for Georgia's livestock industry, from quarantine zones and interstate movement restrictions to international trade impacts. She also covers the signs producers should watch for, how quickly the fly can spread, and the preventative steps — like maintaining a solid fly control program — that can help protect herds and farm dogs alike.

Note: This interview was recorded in June 2025, prior to the detection of New World screw worm in Texas.