Managing Fall Armyworm (FAW). A Devastating Pest of Maize. Overview: Fall Armyworm (FAW) is a trans-boundary pest attacking over 80 plant species including major crops like Cotton, Groundnuts, Sorghum, Wheat, Potatos and Soybeans. Impact: Estimated losses due to FAW infestations in African countries: USD 13.38 billion (CABI, 2017). Yield losses threaten livelihoods in affected regions. FAW Characteristics: - Polyphagous nature makes management challenging. - Migratory, with moths flying over 100

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In this video Agronomist Vanessa Mandere talks about methods to control Fall Armyworm and Maize Stalk Borer - two of the most threatening pests to maize crops in Zimbabwe. #farmingzimbabwe #FallArmywormControl #farming #zimfarming | Shumba Group and Coopers

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