Fall Armyworm threatens food security and livelihoods across Africa
Fall Armyworm is a transboundary insect pest that feeds on more than 80 crop plants, particularly maize when available, and it is able to move 100 km per night. It can cause significant yield losses if not well managed and has a high potential to affect food security. To support farmers and countries in responding to the FAW threat, FAO has taken a lead role in providing technical expertise, policy advice, training, coordination, and communication on FAW management.
Auteur: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Organisation: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Année: 2018
Couverture géographique: Afrique
Type: Fiche d'information
Texte intégral disponible à l'adresse: http://www.fao.org/3/i8503en/I8503EN.pdf
Langue: English