FAO in Yemen, fighting against Fall Armyworm

Yemen was the first country in the Arab region to be affected by the Fall armyworm (FAW), an insect that feeds on leaves and stems on more than 80 crop species. The damage caused by FAW often resembles a drought, causing significant crop losses. In response, FAO launched an emergency project to strengthen the technical capacity of early management for the FAW in Yemen. The project is reducing the spread of FAW by establishing a monitoring and early warning system through Farmer Field Schools. More than 50 teams have been trained to undertake FAW survey and control operations and around 7 400 liters of bio- pesticides Neem, 4 800 traps and 14 400 pheromones have been distributed to control the pest. Conclusion, FAO continues to work with its many partners in Yemen to use sustainable pest management practices. Saving livelihoods saves lives.

27/04/2022