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Web app helps extension agents and farmers monitor the spread of fall armyworm.

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Although farmers have been battling pests and diseases since the dawn of agriculture, experts warn that climate change could accelerate or expand their spread.

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Science offers opportunity to curb greenhouse gas emissions related to agriculture and meet climate goals.

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CIMMYT entomologist strengthens native resistance in maize against fall armyworm and equips farmers with pest control measures.

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Scientists in Nepal are evaluating push-pull cropping systems as a pest control method.

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In annual meeting, STMA project partners build on the successes of research in combatting drought, heat, pests and disease.

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Good weed management, conservation agriculture, and use of manure and compost are recommended to help control fall armyworm in Africa.

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Delegates review the third year’s progress of the MLN Diagnostics and Management Project.

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The voracious and devastating pest has the potential to spread quickly not only within India, but also to other neighboring countries in Asia.