Forum: New World Screwworm Back in the U.S. (29 Jun 2026)

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

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Join the League on Monday, June 29th, at 2:00p EDT as we welcome Dr. Jesica Thompson, DVM and her insights on the recent return of the New World Screwworm in the United States.

Dr. Thompson is a Veterinary Medical Officer with the Veterinary Division of the NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS), and her primary role involves protecting livestock and animal health across the state of North Carolina, which includes conducting disease investigations and responding to animal health emergencies.

This educational forum is eligible for credit within the League's certification program (CMEC) and will focus on key points, concerns and takeaways for facility operators and show promoters addressing the appearance of New World Screwworm in Texas and now New Mexico.

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Open to League Members only. For more information about becoming a member of the League, please email Charly Petrek, Membership Chair.

** A ZOOM LINK FOR THE JUNE 29 SESSION WILL BE PROVIDED IN THE REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAIL. **

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Forum: New World Screwworm Back in the U.S. (29 Jun 2026)