Neogen expands FIFRA recommendations for New World Screwworm response
Neogen Corporation expanded FIFRA Section 2(ee) recommendations for Prozap Insectrin X Concentrate and Prozap Screw Worm and Ear Tick Aerosol to aid in New World Screwworm response efforts. The Texas Department of Agriculture approved the recommendations, which are also available in Florida. These products offer additional tools for fly management and wound protection for livestock producers.
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Neogen Corporation has expanded the availability of FIFRA Section 2(ee) recommendations for the use of Prozap Insectrin X Concentrate and Prozap Screw Worm and Ear Tick Aerosol as part of New World Screwworm (NWS) response efforts. These recommendations provide ranchers, livestock producers, and horse owners with an additional option to support fly management efforts. The expansion aims to address recent developments that have increased industry attention on prevention and effective fly control programs.
Regulatory Approvals and Availability
The Texas Department of Agriculture has approved Section 2(ee) recommendations for these products. Neogen is also making Section 2(ee) recommendations available in Florida, providing producers in both states with additional tools to incorporate into broader fly management programs. These recommendations permit certain uses that do not appear on the EPA-approved product label and have not been submitted to or approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Product Applications
The following table outlines the applications for the specified products:
| Product | Application |
|---|---|
| Prozap Screw Worm and Ear Tick Aerosol | Protects wounds from flies and maggots; controls labeled pests including ticks, gnats, and lice |
| Prozap Insectrin X Concentrate | Incorporated into broader fly management programs to manage fly populations in and around livestock facilities |
Industry Context and Guidance
USDA officials have emphasized the importance of continued vigilance, monitoring, and information sharing as the situation evolves. While NWS was largely eradicated from the United States decades ago, livestock producers continue to manage a range of insect-related challenges, including horn flies, stable flies, face flies, ticks, and lice, that can affect animal health, welfare, and productivity.
"Producers face insect pressure every season, making prevention and routine monitoring essential parts of herd management," said Kirk Ramsey, DVM, MS, Professional Services Veterinarian with Neogen. "Integrated fly control programs, prompt wound management, and regular observation of animals can help producers address ongoing insect challenges while remaining prepared for emerging concerns."
Neogen encourages livestock producers to work closely with their veterinarians and animal health advisors to develop insect management programs tailored to their operations and regional needs. Users must be in possession of the applicable recommendation at the time of pesticide application and comply with all product label directions and applicable state requirements.
Will the recent expansion of NWS response efforts lead to similar regulatory approvals in other southern states beyond Texas and Florida?
How might the increased availability of these 2(ee) recommendations impact Neogen's market share in the livestock insecticide sector?
Could the USDA's heightened vigilance regarding NWS signal a shift in federal funding toward preventative biosecurity measures for livestock?
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