The Florida Homesteader Podcast · Episode 54 · August 20, 2026 · 40 min

New World Screwworm: What Florida Livestock Owners Need to Know with Dr. Jeff Saunders

New World screwworm is a name many livestock owners hoped would remain part of Florida’s past—but its resurgence has brought renewed attention to the importance of knowing what to watch for and how to protect our animals. In this episode of The Florida Homesteader Podcast , we sit down with Dr. Jeff Saunders to talk about New World screwworm, the threat it can pose to livestock and other warm-blooded animals, signs owners should be watching for, and why awareness and early detection matter. Dr. Saunders also shares more about this important topic in the July/August issue of The Florida Homesteader Magazine , giving readers another resource to better understand New World screwworm and its potential impact on Florida agriculture. Whether you raise cattle, goats, sheep, horses, backyard livestock, or simply want to stay informed about issues affecting Florida agriculture, this is a conversation worth hearing. Read more from Dr. Jeff Saunders in the July/August issue of The Florida Homesteader. We are grateful to Citrus Animal Clinic for supporting The Florida Homesteader and helping us continue sharing educational conversations like this one with Florida's farmers and homesteaders. 📍 Citrus Animal Clinic 270 US 27 South Lake Placid, FL 📞 863-465-2176 🌐 citrusanimalclinic.com When you visit or give them a call, be sure to tell them The Florida Homesteader sent you! 🌿 Stay Connected with The Florida Homesteader Subscribe to the magazine: www.thefloridahomesteader.com Watch on YouTube: The Florida Homesteader Follow The Florida Homesteader Podcast Follow us on Facebook: The Florida Homesteader Follow us on Instagram: @thefloridahomesteader #TheFloridaHomesteader #NewWorldScrewworm #FloridaAgriculture #FloridaLivestock #LivestockHealth #FloridaFarming #Homesteading #Cattle #Goats #AnimalHealth