348: A South Texas Rancher's Reality Check on New World Screwworm with Allie Fillingim

On today’s episode of the podcast, Lauren is joined by South Texas rancher Allie Fillingim for a boots-on-the-ground conversation about New World Screwworm and what cattle producers should really be paying attention to right now. Located just outside of San Antonio, Allie shares how ranchers in her region are approaching the situation, what practical management changes they're making, and why preparation matters more than panic. The discussion covers herd health, fly control, biosecurity, veterinary partnerships, land stewardship, and the importance of staying informed as the situation continues to develop. Most importantly, Allie offers a grounded perspective on how producers can focus on what they can control while supporting one another through another challenge facing the cattle industry.Links:Allie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allie-fillingim-m-s-pmp-25057b210/CattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5m⁠CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/CattleUSA App IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cattleusa/id1673147759CattleUSA App Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edgarmcbee.cusamobile&pcampaignid=web_shareFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusa.shop/products/cattleusa-drive-premium-daily-newsletter?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&brid=YWdncwFNXt0EmdzFy5cJJBp84J9gCattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ShowboatmediacoThe Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/Key Takeaways:- South Texas producers are focused on preparation, not panic.- New World Screwworm is a serious issue, but it is manageable with proper protocols.- Daily observation and early detection are critical for cattle producers.- Veterinarians remain one of the most important resources for producers.- Fly control, parasite management, and biosecurity all play a role in prevention.- Land stewardship and grazing management can support overall herd health.- New World Screwworm is not a food safety concern for beef consumers.- The cattle industry continues to come together during times of uncertainty.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Allie's ranching background03:00 What producers near the border are saying about Screwworm07:00 Practical management changes ranchers are making10:00 Separating legitimate concerns from media panic14:00 Building a ranch-specific response plan18:00 Land stewardship, grazing, and fly control21:00 Why consumers shouldn't fear beef safety23:00 Community, resilience, and supporting fellow producersNew World Screwworm, Screwworm Texas, South Texas ranching, Allie Fillingim, cattle producers, cattle health, livestock health, ranch management, cattle industry, beef industry, fly control, parasite control, biosecurity, herd health, veterinary medicine, cattle operations, regenerative agriculture, land stewardship, grazing management, rotational grazing, pasture management, Texas cattle producers, cattle ranching, beef production, livestock management, ranch resilience, cattle industry news, USDA Screwworm, animal health, cattle producer resources, cattle country, livestock industry, beef safety, ranching podcast, agriculture podcast, cattle operation management, emergency management, crisis preparedness