Lea County screwworm case keeps Lovington-area ranchers on alert
Lovington NM – New Mexico confirmed its first New World screwworm case in Lea County on June 9, 2026. Here’s what owners should do now.
Agriculture
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White House trims tariffs on farm, HVAC and some industrial equipment
The White House cut tariffs on some farm and HVAC equipment and parts of industrial machinery, effective June 8, through Dec. 31, 2027.
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USDA rushes screwworm controls as U.S. animal cases reach six
USDA and CDC are responding to six confirmed New World screwworm cases in U.S. animals, with detections in Texas and New Mexico and sterile fly releases underway.
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White House trims metal tariffs for farm gear, HVAC and some machinery
A June 1 White House proclamation lowers tariffs on some farm gear and HVAC products, while raising duties on other metal items and machinery.