We want to keep you informed about the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) infestation in South Carolina, as supportive community relationships are essential to the success of eradicating the beetle. This update is being issued to established collaborators, communities, and stakeholders, and we invite you to share this information with anyone who may be affected by our operations. If […]
Regulatory Services
There are treatments available to treat NWS in dogs and puppies
While New World Screwworm infestations remain sporadic and currently only in Texas and New Mexico, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Simparica TRIO (sarolaner, moxidectin, and pyrantel chewable tablets) for the treatment of New World screwworm (NWS) infestations (myiasis) in dogs and puppies. Currently, most dogs in […]
August 2026 Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) Cooperative Eradication Program Community Update
We want to keep you informed about the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) infestation in South Carolina, as supportive community relationships are essential to the success of eradicating the beetle. This update is being issued to established collaborators, communities, and stakeholders, and we invite you to share this information with anyone who may be affected by our operations. Program […]
Clemson Hosts New World Screwworm Sampling Workshop
When it comes to protecting South Carolina’s livestock and wildlife, preparation is everything. That’s why Clemson Livestock Poultry Health (CULPH) recently brought together animal health professionals from across the state for a hands-on New World screwworm sampling workshop. Held July 24 in partnership with USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Veterinary Services, the […]
Hornet Herald
July 2026 Yellow-Legged Hornet Update: Report Nests Introduction Our goal is to keep you informed about the Yellow-legged Hornet (YLH) infestation in South Carolina. Supportive community relationships are essential to the success of detecting, tracking, and removing this pest. This update is being issued to collaborators, communities, and stakeholders, and we invite you to share this information […]
July 2026 Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) Cooperative Eradication Program Community Update
We want to keep you informed about the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) infestation in South Carolina, as supportive community relationships are essential to the success of eradicating the beetle. This update is being issued to established collaborators, communities, and stakeholders, and we invite you to share this information with anyone who may be affected by our operations. If […]
Hornet Herald
June 2026 Yellow-Legged Hornet Update: Tracking the Threat Introduction Our goal is to keep you informed about the Yellow-legged Hornet (YLH) infestation in South Carolina. Supportive community relationships are essential to the success of detecting, tracking, and removing this pest. This update is being issued to collaborators, communities, and stakeholders, and we invite you to share this […]
Important Notice: DPR Online Payment System Transition
The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) at Clemson University would like to inform our stakeholders of an upcoming transition to Clemson University’s new online payment platform. This change will affect online purchases of new applicator license fees, product registration fees, paper exam fees, and other DPR products and fees processed through Clemson University’s online payment […]
South Carolina Adopts the National Pesticide Applicator Core Exam
The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) at Clemson University is transitioning to a new South Carolina Pesticide Applicator Core Exam, based on the National Pesticide Applicator Core Exam. The implementation date for the SC Core Exam (new) is July 15, 2026. This transition aligns with South Carolina’s pesticide applicator certification program with nationally recognized competency […]
FDA approves OTC Nitenpyram tablets to treat NWS in dogs and cats
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for generic Nitenpyram Tablets (nitenpyram) for the treatment of New World screwworm (NWS) infestations (myiasis) in dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens that weigh at least two pounds and are at least four weeks old. This is the first generic animal drug authorized for […]
