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The invasive Box tree moth is spreading worldwide. πŸ¦‹

Our CABI scientists, partnering with Canadian researchers, have updated a model to predict its spread in North America.

Learn more πŸ‘‰ ow.ly/jXK750RzgRP

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CABI-led review of Soil Information Systems (SIS) was presented at the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit.

During the summit, the decline of Africa's soil was emphasized, highlighting the importance of soil health.

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Zambian farmers consider synthetics & biopesticides against fall armyworm. πŸ›

They choose sustainable pest management with land security & financial stability. 🌱

Discover further insights from the CABI-led study

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Today at the Africa Fertiliser & Soil Health Summit join CABI and ISRIC - World Soil Information at our event - Strengthening National Soil Information Systems - A Framework for Sustainable SIS Intervention Design - at 15:30 (EST) Tent 4. zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Today at the Africa Fertiliser & Soil Health Summit #AFSH24 join @CABI_News and @ISRICorg at our event - Strengthening National Soil Information Systems - A Framework for Sustainable SIS Intervention Design - at 15:30 (EST) Tent 4. zoom.us/webinar/regist…
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πŸ•·οΈRed spider mites reduce crop yields and make crops more vulnerable to sunburn. β˜€οΈ

They damage crops by sucking sap from leaves, especially new ones.

Learn more about how to control these pests. πŸ‘‡

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Ready to tackle crucial agricultural and environmental challenges? 🌎

Explore our Advanced Certificate Programs in Integrated Crop Management!

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Ready to tackle crucial agricultural and environmental challenges? 🌎 Explore our Advanced Certificate Programs in Integrated Crop Management! π—”π—½π—½π—Ήπ˜† π—‘π—Όπ˜„πŸ”— ow.ly/ZRas50R179q
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Most smallholder farmers lack access to agricultural information and advisory services.

Recognizing the potential of digital development and data application, donors can bring practical knowledge and solutions to farmers.

Learn how πŸ‘‰

Most smallholder farmers lack access to agricultural information and advisory services. Recognizing the potential of digital development and data application, donors can bring practical knowledge and solutions to farmers. Learn how πŸ‘‰
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The red-necked longhorn beetle is causing chaos in fruit orchards across Japan, Germany, and Italy.

A new study published in the Journal of Pest Science, emphasizes the need of implementing sustainable control methods to tackle this pest.

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πŸ•·οΈ Red spider mites are challenging to identify due to their small size and similar crop impacts.

Here are the 4 types to look out for:

1️⃣ European Spider Mite

2️⃣ Southern Spider Mite

3️⃣ Spruce Spider Mite

4️⃣ Two-Spotted Spider Mite

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🐌 The invasive apple snail, a top threat to ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, devastates crops and carries health risks.

Urgent prevention measures are needed to curb its spread.

Learn more about this challenge and the efforts to combat it

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🌍 Women play a crucial role in climate resilience efforts!

Dr. Lydiah Gatere emphasizes the importance of empowering women in this regard. Their extensive farming knowledge highlights the need for support in facing climate challenges.

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🌽The fall armyworm is a major threat to over 80 crops, especially maize, where it can slash yields by up to 60%.

CABI and experts are teaming up to develop nematode-based biocontrol solutions to combat this devastation.

Learn more on this initiative: ow.ly/y9Sf50Rm3z7

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A CABI-implemented biological control programme has helped farmers in Pakistan:

βœ… Increase in incomes by 20%
βœ… Lower input costs by 60%
βœ… Reduce use of chemical pesticide sprays

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A CABI-implemented biological control programme has helped farmers in Pakistan: βœ… Increase in incomes by 20% βœ… Lower input costs by 60% βœ… Reduce use of chemical pesticide sprays Learn more πŸ‘‰ ow.ly/8IIU50RlXkR
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Using biopesticides to protect their crops against fall armyworm, 500 South Sudanese smallholder farmers have seen 63% yield increases!

Find out why farmers want more πŸ‘‡

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🌢🌢🌢🦟Entire chilli crops have been lost across India due to a chilli black thrips outbreak.

These insects lacerate the chilli flowers before feeding, hindering the formation of the fruit.

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🌢🌢🌢🦟Entire chilli crops have been lost across India due to a chilli black thrips outbreak. These insects lacerate the chilli flowers before feeding, hindering the formation of the fruit. Learn more πŸ‘‰ow.ly/FCsX50RlWsR
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πŸ‘©πŸΎβ€πŸŒΎ Hajjat’s banana yields have increased 3 times since participating in a CABI-led banana agronomy project in Tanzania.

Find out how improved cropping practices have changed the life of Hajjat, and other farmers like her πŸ‘‡

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πŸ‘©πŸΎβ€πŸŒΎ Hajjat’s banana yields have increased 3 times since participating in a CABI-led banana agronomy project in Tanzania. Find out how improved cropping practices have changed the life of Hajjat, and other farmers like her πŸ‘‡ ow.ly/oHXU50RlXb8
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πŸ„β˜• Did you know the fungus Trichoderma can be successfully used on coffee production? It can:

🌱 improve plant growth
πŸ’ͺ stimulate defence mechanisms
πŸ’€ break down soil pollutants

➑️ Discover more on the BioProtection Portal: ow.ly/VztB50QRsG0

πŸ„β˜• Did you know the fungus Trichoderma can be successfully used on coffee production? It can: 🌱 improve plant growth πŸ’ͺ stimulate defence mechanisms πŸ’€ break down soil pollutants ➑️ Discover more on the BioProtection Portal: ow.ly/VztB50QRsG0
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🌾Exciting kick-off for the new UK-CGIAR project!

Tackling key challenges in wheat production: enhancing resistance to rusts and increasing iron content.

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The invasive Japanese beetle feeds on hundreds of fruit crops, causing $450 million yearly damages.

Due to climate change, it's feared that this high-priority pest will continue its global invasion.

Learn how a parasitic fly could stop this beetle.
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The invasive Japanese beetle feeds on hundreds of fruit crops, causing $450 million yearly damages. Due to climate change, it's feared that this high-priority pest will continue its global invasion. Learn how a parasitic fly could stop this beetle. πŸ‘‰ ow.ly/mpEF50RlT7L
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