The Growing Need for Greater Awareness of Biopesticides in Combating Locust Outbreaks
As the world grapples with the worst locust outbreak in decades, the need for greater awareness and use of biopesticides has become apparent. Biopesticides are living organisms, such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and other naturally occurring substances, that can be used to control insect pests. They are an environmentally friendly alternative to chemical pesticides and have been proven to be effective against locusts. While the use of biopesticides is growing, it is still not widely used in many countries affected by the current outbreak. This is an opportunity to educate local communities about biopesticides and their benefits, and to increase their availability and use.
source: Phys.org