Armyworms are wreaking havoc in southern Africa. Why it's a big deal: The Fall Armyworm has a devastating impact because it eats the reproductive parts of the plant as well as its leaves. ShutterstockA combination of native African armyworms and Fall armyworms from the Americas are ravaging staple crops across southern Africa. If uncontrolled, they have the potential to cause … [Read more...] about Armyworms are wreaking havoc in southern Africa. Why it’s a big deal | The Conversation
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SA News: South Africa registering pesticides for use against maize-attacking armyworms
South Africa registering pesticides for use against maize-attacking armyworms: THABAZIMBI, South Africa Feb 2 South Africa's agriculture ministry is registering pesticides for use against the fall armyworm in the event that tests confirm the presence of the Central American pest in the country's maize belt, a spokesperson said on ... Source: "South Africa" - … [Read more...] about SA News: South Africa registering pesticides for use against maize-attacking armyworms
